Improved transport and payment system

Abstract

The vehicle includes a driver compartment, a passenger compartment, an electric propulsion system, a power storage device that is rechargeable via at least one of kinetic energy, solar energy, wind energy, or direct input energy. The vehicle may also include a solar charging system, a computer-controlled outward-facing display, and a mining computer adapted to mine cryptocurrency using power from the power storage device. A cryptocurrency mining computer may be used to mine cryptocurrency, which may be part of a payment ecosystem that includes a transport device. The blockchain may be used to track cryptocurrency ledgers. Cryptocurrency may be earned by passengers and drivers during ride, and power from the power storage unit may be used to power the mining computer.

Description

[0001] Priority declaration

[0002] This application claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. patent application 63 / 353,116, filed on June 17, 2022, entitled “IMPROVED TRANSPORTATION AND PAYMENT SYSTEM,” the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Background Art

[0003] In the past, users have converted traditional passenger cars into taxis or on-demand transportation. The modifications are minimal, such as lights on the roof, badges on the car, payment meters, and perhaps a partition between the driver and passengers. However, traditional passenger cars are not designed as on-demand transportation. Therefore, traditional passenger cars cannot maximize the on-demand passenger experience from various perspectives, from access to safety to efficiency. Summary of the invention

[0004] An improved transportation system is disclosed. The vehicle includes a driver's cabin, a passenger cabin, an electric propulsion system, and a power storage device that is rechargeable via at least one of kinetic energy, solar energy, wind energy, or direct input energy. The vehicle may also include a solar charging system, a computer-controlled outward-facing display, and a mining computer adapted to mine cryptocurrency using power from the power storage device.

[0005] The improved transportation system may also include a high-speed power conversion station that can also clean the vehicle. The power conversion station can swap out the discharged power storage device with the charged power storage device. In other embodiments, electromagnetic induction is used to convert power to the power storage unit.

[0006] In another aspect of the transportation system, a cryptocurrency system can be utilized. Mining computers can be used to mine cryptocurrency, which can be part of a payment ecosystem that includes transportation equipment. Blockchain can be used to track cryptocurrency ledgers. Cryptocurrency can be earned by passengers and drivers during the ride, and power from a power storage unit can be used to power the mining computer.

[0007] Of course, additional aspects and uses are contemplated and included. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0008] Figure 1 The front of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0009] Figure 2 The rear of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0010] Figure 2A may be an illustration of an example vehicle with an attached storage rack;

[0011] FIG3 may illustrate a side view of an example vehicle;

[0012] Figure 3A may be an illustration of an example vehicle having a display in a window;

[0013] Figure 3B may be an illustration of an example vehicle with a display in a window and a rear carrier;

[0014] Figure 3C may be an illustration of an example vehicle with a side door removed;

[0015] Figure 3D Side and front views of an example vehicle including a luggage compartment and a front carrier may be shown;

[0016] Figure 3E may be an illustration of an example vehicle having interior lighting and a rear carrier;

[0017] Figure 3F A cutaway view of the side and back of an example vehicle including luggage storage space may be shown;

[0018] Figure 3G Cutaway views of the side and back of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0019] Figure 4 A cutaway view of the side of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0020] Figure 5 Cutaway views of the side and front of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0021] Figure 5A Side and front views of an example vehicle including a luggage compartment and a front carrier may be shown;

[0022] Figure 5B Side and front views of an example vehicle including a side platform may be shown;

[0023] Figure 5C Side and front views of an example vehicle including a side platform used as a ramp may be shown;

[0024] Figure 6 Cutaway views of the side and back of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0025] Fig. 6A A cutaway view of the side and back of an example vehicle including luggage storage space may be shown;

[0026] Figure 6Bmay be illustrations of side and back cutaway views of an example vehicle including an attached storage rack;

[0027] Figure 7 A top view of an example vehicle may be shown;

[0028] Fig. 7A A top view of an example vehicle and seating configuration may be shown;

[0029] Figure 7B A top view of an example vehicle and additional seating configuration may be shown;

[0030] Figure 7C A top view of an example vehicle and additional seating configuration may be shown;

[0031] Fig.7D The seating position may be shown;

[0032] Fig. 7E A driver view may be shown;

[0033] Figure 7F Driver accessories may be shown;

[0034] Figure 7G Driver accessories may be shown;

[0035] Figure 7H Driver accessories may be shown;

[0036] Figure 8 A side view of the charging and cleaning station may be shown;

[0037] Fig. 9 Vehicles entering a charging and cleaning station may be shown;

[0038] Fig.10 Vehicles passing through charging and cleaning stations can be shown

[0039] Fig.11 An oblique view of a vehicle passing through a charging and cleaning station may be shown from a front view;

[0040] Fig.12 Vehicles in charging and cleaning stations may be shown;

[0041] Fig. 12A The vehicle may be shown from a rear view inside the charging and washing station;

[0042] Fig.13 A cross-sectional view of the elements of the charging and cleaning station may be shown;

[0043] Fig.14 A top view of the charging station may be shown;

[0044] Fig.15 A data flow based on a sample tax can be shown;

[0045] Fig.16 A data flow based on a sample taxi can be shown;

[0046] Fig.17 A sample taxi-based financial ecosystem can be shown;

[0047] Fig.18 A sample financial ecosystem may be shown; and

[0048] Fig.19 A sample encryption computer may be shown.

[0049] Those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the elements in the accompanying drawings are illustrated for simplicity and clarity, and therefore not all connections and options are shown to avoid obscuring aspects of the invention. For example, common but well-understood elements that are useful or necessary in commercially viable embodiments are generally not depicted in order to facilitate a less obstructed view of these various embodiments of the present disclosure. It should also be understood that certain actions and / or steps may be described or depicted in a particular order of occurrence, and those skilled in the art will understand that such specificity regarding order is not actually required. It will also be understood that the terms and expressions used herein will be defined relative to their corresponding respective fields of investigation and study, unless a specific meaning has been otherwise set forth herein. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0050] The present disclosure will now be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form a part of the present disclosure and which illustrate by way of illustration specific exemplary embodiments in which the present disclosure may be practiced. It is understood that these illustrations and exemplary embodiments are presented that the present disclosure is exemplary and is not intended to be limited to any one of the illustrated embodiments. The present disclosure may be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein; on the contrary, these embodiments are provided to make the present disclosure thorough and complete and to fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to those skilled in the art. Among other things, the present disclosure may be embodied as a method or apparatus. Therefore, the present disclosure may take the form of a complete hardware embodiment, a complete software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Therefore, the following detailed description should not be considered to be limiting.

[0051] In the past, users have converted traditional passenger cars into taxis or on-demand transportation. The modifications are minimal, such as lights on the roof, badges on the car, payment meters, and perhaps a partition between the driver and passengers. However, traditional passenger cars are not designed as on-demand transportation. Therefore, traditional passenger cars cannot maximize the on-demand passenger experience from various perspectives, from access to safety to efficiency.

[0052] An improved transportation system is disclosed. At a high level, the vehicle 100 may include a plurality of wheels, a driver compartment, a passenger compartment, an electric propulsion system, a power storage device that is rechargeable via at least one of kinetic energy, solar energy, wind energy, or direct input energy. The vehicle 100 may also include a solar charging system, a computer-controlled outward-facing display, and a mining computer adapted to mine cryptocurrency using power from the power storage device.

[0053] The improved transportation system may also include a high-speed power transfer station that may also clean the vehicle 100. The power transfer station may swap out a discharged power storage device with a charged power storage device. In other embodiments, electromagnetic induction is used to transfer power to the power storage unit.

[0054] In another aspect of the transport system, a cryptocurrency system may be utilized. Crypto mining computer 1900 ( Fig.19 ) to mine cryptocurrency that can be part of a payment ecosystem that includes transportation equipment. Blockchain can be used to track cryptocurrency ledgers. Cryptocurrency can be earned by passengers and drivers during the ride, and power from the power storage unit can be used to power the mining computer.

[0055] Reference Figure 1 , the vehicle 100 may include a front dashboard camera 1. Camera 1 may be a conventional CCD-based camera with multiple cameras, or may include additional sensors such as LIDAR. A rain sensor 2 may also be included that senses moisture and activates the windshield wipers in response to moisture exceeding a threshold. A light sensor 3 may be included, and the light sensor 3 may sense light and determine when to turn on or off the running lights, bright lights, fog lights, etc. A windshield or windshield 4 may be included to provide the driver with a clear view of the road and safety. The hood 5 may be used to provide access to various systems of the vehicle 100, such as a propulsion system and an encryption computer. The front air intake 6 may be used to provide fresh air to the driver, to keep the propulsion equipment cool, and to provide power to the wind turbine to provide electricity to the power storage unit.

[0056] Side flashers 7 may be provided to provide notification to other drivers or to an automated driver system of a planned maneuver. Side flashers may also provide illumination for turns. Front flashers / turn indicators, side flashers may also provide illumination for turns. Fog lights 8 may be included to provide illumination in foggy conditions. A lane tracking system 9 may be included, which may provide multiple cameras in communication with a computer to analyze images from the cameras and determine if a course correction is needed. Parking sensors 10 may provide multiple cameras in communication with a computer to analyze images from the cameras and provide assistance in parking situations. A collision avoidance system 11 may provide multiple cameras in communication with a computer to analyze images from the cameras and provide assistance in avoiding collisions. A rangefinder 12 may provide multiple cameras and electronics in communication with a computer to analyze images from the cameras and provide assistance in determining the distance to an object. The vehicle 100 may also have a location for a car number 13 which may be used to identify the vehicle 100, headlights 14, a location for a logo 15, an engine compartment 16, windshield wipers 17, a display 18 which may be retractable to fit into garages and other locations with height restrictions to show if the taxi is busy / idle, a slot for a battery pack 19.

[0057] refer to Figure 2 , looking at the rear of the vehicle 100, there may be a back camera 52. There may also be a rear entrance 53. The vehicle 100 may also have tail lights 29, an electrically removable bicycle rack 31, which may be Figure 2A Shown integrated with all necessary lights.

[0058] cabin

[0059] refer to Figure 3A , the vehicle 100 can be considered to have multiple cabins. A driver cabin 105 can be provided and a passenger cabin 110 can be provided. The driver cabin 105 can be separate from the passenger cabin 110. The cabins can be completely separate but connected to the same space frame, or the cabins can simply be separated by sound and air barriers. Of course, other configurations of cabins are possible and contemplated.

[0060] In some embodiments, the driver's seat 20 can be raised so that the driver can have a higher view of the vehicle 100 and the surrounding environment. The driver's cabin 105 can have an air supply separate from the passenger cabin. A separate air intake can be provided for each cabin, and each cabin can have a separate air cleaning system. In addition, the driver's cabin 105 and the passenger cabin 110 can be separated in such a way that how the sound communicates between the cabins is limited. In such an embodiment, an in-car 100 communication system can be provided so that the driver can choose to communicate with the passenger cabin 110, and the passenger cabin 110 can choose to communicate with the driver. Logically, the driver 105 or the passenger cabin 110 can choose not to communicate with the other cabin. Similarly, video sensing equipment can be set in the driver's cabin 105 and the passenger cabin 110. The driver can easily see on the display in the driver's cabin 105 that the passenger is safely buckled into the passenger cabin 110, and the passenger can ensure that the driver is awake and focused.

[0061] The passenger compartment 110 may also include a display indicating at least one of the current price, the location of the pickup, the path to the destination, the progress to the destination, an indication of the cryptocurrency mined during the trip, the current transportation cost, relevant advertisements, and the destination. The passenger compartment 110 may also include a passenger protection system. The seats and airbags may be designed to protect passengers in the event of an accident. The seats may also be designed to be easily movable and rearrangeable to maximize passenger comfort. For example, a group of friends may wish to face each other and chat during the ride, while strangers may wish for privacy, and the seats may be arranged to provide additional privacy.

[0062] The passenger compartment 110 may also include vending machines, where the vending machine fee is added to the taxi bill. For example, if the user desires a snack during the trip, the snack may be purchased and the transportation fee may be increased by the cost of the snack. Logically, the goods or services from the vending machine may be paid for using a cryptocurrency associated with the transportation system. Payment may be made using a wireless payment system, such as using a smartphone to transfer the value of the transportation fee and any other purchases made in the vehicle 100.

[0063] The vehicle 100 may include a space frame and thermoplastic panels attached to the space frame. The thermoplastic panels are colored so that the panels do not need to be painted. The vehicle 100 may also include a power system to provide power to the motor and various computing devices, and the power system may be designed in an integrated manner so that the trunk wiring is part of the space frame and the additional modules are connected to the power system. The vehicle 100 may also include a platform that can assist the load to enter the vehicle 100. The platform can be used to load wheelchairs or boxes and other loads that require assistance to enter the vehicle 100.

[0064] Propulsion system

[0065] The vehicle 100 may also have an electric propulsion system that may include one or more electric motors and an energy storage system in communication with the electric motors. In some embodiments, a combustion-based engine may also be included.

[0066] The power storage device can be rechargeable and can receive power in various ways. The power storage device can also include one or more capacitors to provide additional power as needed. In some embodiments, kinetic energy is collected from regenerative braking or from a motor when coasting or downhill to provide energy to the energy storage device. In addition, the vehicle 100 can have solar panels on the roof and additional surfaces to provide energy to the energy storage device. The vehicle 100 can also use wind energy from the air intake to provide additional energy. In addition, energy can be provided from a direct input from a power source such as a charging station.

[0067] In some embodiments, the power storage device can be designed to be easily replaced, such as in a drive-through manner. The power storage device can be held in place using a releasable fastener, and the releasable fastener can be released from the outside of the car. The releasable fastener can also include a lock so that only authorized sources can access the power storage source. The vehicle 100 can include a secondary power storage device that can maintain power while the power storage device is temporarily removed.

[0068] monitor

[0069] The vehicle 100 may also include a computer controlled outward facing display 21. The display 21 may indicate information to potential passengers so that the passenger may identify the vehicle 100 as the requested vehicle 100. Additionally, the display 21 may indicate whether the vehicle 100 is available to be requested and may include an application name or web address that may be used to request the vehicle 100.

[0070] Display 21 can also be used for advertising. Advertisements can be sold to external users. The advertising system can also use external information to provide relevant ads to people in specific locations or on specific routes. For example, if the vehicle 100 is near a school, ads related to school supplies can be displayed. Advertisements can be changed in real time based on passengers, location, demographics, suppliers. Advertisers can purchase coins in packages for air time on the outward-facing display. Advertisers can be rewarded with coins for advertising at unfavorable times / locations.

[0071] In some embodiments, the billboard display 21 may be retractable to fit in garages and other locations with height restrictions. The billboard display 21 may be retracted to lay flat or may be retracted into the passenger compartment.

[0072] Side View

[0073] refer to Figure 3A-3G , additional elements of the vehicle 100 may be shown in greater detail. A passenger door light 22 may be provided to assist the user in entering and exiting the vehicle 100. A blind spot monitoring system 23 may be used to ensure that the driver of the vehicle 100 can see any blind spots from the driver's seat. A dashboard side camera 24 may be provided to transmit additional images to the driver. A rearview mirror 25 may be provided to convey a rear view to the driver. A driver door 26 may allow the driver to enter the driver's cabin. A digital billboard 21 may allow passengers to identify the correct vehicle 100 and may be used to transmit advertisements. A side window 27 may be provided to allow the side exterior of the vehicle 100 to be seen. A passenger door 28 may provide a passenger with access to the passenger cabin. A signal light 29 may provide a user with notification that the vehicle 100 intends to stop. A flashing light 30 may provide notification that the driver intends to turn to change lanes, and an electrically removable bicycle rack 31 is integrated with all necessary lights.

[0074] refer to Figure 3B , Figure 3C , Figure 3D and Figure 3E , interior lighting 33 allows for easy entry and exit of the vehicle 100 and can be used by the user during the journey. An air purification system 34 can be used to clean the air in the cabin of the vehicle 100 and remove any unwanted particles, viruses, etc. An automatic disinfection system 35 can periodically disinfect the surfaces of the vehicle 100. An interior camera 36 can allow the driver to monitor the safety of passengers with other authority, 37 hole-proof airless tires. The interior monitor 38 provides all information to the passengers, and it will also communicate with the passengers using artificial intelligence. The passengers can use the digital control screen 38 to control the environment inside the vehicle 100. Item 39 is a service compartment, which can also be used like additional space for luggage, and a slot 19 for battery swapping is provided. Reference Figure 6 , showing the luggage space 40.

[0075] Brief reference Figure 7 , the solar panel 32 can provide power to the power storage unit. There can be a passenger door opening 41. Again referring to 7A to 7D, modular seats 42 can be moved in various configurations and can be accessed through sliding doors. Passenger seats 42 can be provided for passengers, and the seats can be easily reconfigured according to the passenger's expectations. For example, a user can use an application to select a specific seat that is pre-set, and the seat can move itself to the desired position to pick up the user upon arrival. Sample configurations can be provided to users for selection, or users can design their own desired configuration. The seats can be mobile and can have separate propulsion and intelligent systems so that the seats can be rearranged smoothly, safely and without interference. A charger for small devices in the seat 42 can be provided, and the charger can communicate with a power storage device. A minibar 39 is included, from which users can get drinks for a fee or for free.

[0076] refer to Figure 5B and Figure 5C , operation by disabled persons, the pneumatic suspension 44 tilts the smart cab for easy entry, the sliding ramp 45 for disabled persons can be used to help disabled users enter the vehicle completely independently, and can also be used to lift heavy objects (such as boxes) into the vehicle 100.

[0077] A ladder can be provided for the driver as the driver compartment can be high to provide improved visibility for the driver. Airbags can be in the right and left doors to protect the passengers.

[0078] refer to Figure 7E-7H , the vehicle 100 may also have a terminal 46 for payment by passengers. In some cases, conventional card readers and ticket readers may be used. For example, debit cards may be used to store cryptocurrencies. The vehicle 100 may also have seat belts 47 for passengers. A steering wheel 48 may allow the driver to control the direction of the vehicle 100. Air conditioning 49 may provide cooling to the vehicle 100. Controls may provide adjustment of the glass / mirror center lock 50.

[0079] In some embodiments, a breathalyser may be included to ensure the driver is driving safely. A touch screen 50 may be provided to control additional aspects of the vehicle 100 and provide guidance, and a digital instrument panel 51 may provide information about the status of the vehicle 100. There may be an air bag in the steering wheel 48, and there may be an additional navigation screen 51 to assist the driver. There may be a screen 51 in the driver's cabin to form a passenger cabin camera.

[0080] Charging Station

[0081] Figure 9-Figure 14A charging station 200 may be shown. It should be understood that the charging station 200 may have multiple purposes. It may recharge a power storage device. It may replace a power storage device. It may clean a vehicle. It may monitor the health of a vehicle. It may provide maintenance services. The following description is only an overview of some features, and more features are contemplated.

[0082] Flashing lights 201 on the charging station 200 can help inform people that the station is in use. Digital billboards 202 can be used to advertise and provide information on the system. One or more support jacks 203 can be used to provide stability to the charging station 200. Signal lights 204 can be used to ensure that vehicles 100 do not collide with each other. Light boxes 205 can be used to assist drivers in entering and leaving the charging station 200.

[0083] refer to Fig.10 , Fig.11 and Fig.12 , the charging station 200 can have a front battery holder 206 and an additional battery holder 207, which can be used to help swap out the battery in the vehicle 100. The tightening lever 208 can move the car forward along the tunnel in a controlled manner. The battery 209 ready for use can be fully charged and can be swapped into the vehicle 100. Machine vision can be used to guide the battery swap process. Machine learning can be used to help improve the swap process over time, where the system learns from past swaps and improves to the future. The charging battery 210 can be used to maintain power and help charge the battery in the charging station 200. LED lights 211 can help provide lighting. Flashlights 212 can be used to provide notification that the system is in use. Wi-Fi routers 213 and black box information centers of charging stations 214 can be used to transmit data about vehicles 100 and charging stations 200 to central authorities. Sample data can include the availability of batteries, queues to stations, and statistics about vehicles 100 and charging stations 200. Fire control systems 215 can be in place for fires. An alarm system 216 may be in place to ensure that theft does not occur. Outdoor 360 degree cameras 217 may also help control access to the charging station 200. Indoor cameras 218 may be used to monitor the progress of the vehicle 100 through the charging station 200.

[0084] refer to Fig.12In some embodiments, the charging station 200 can be portable. Power can also be stored in a battery in the charging station 200. Signal lights 220 can be used to indicate to the driver where to park. Parking sensors 221 can be used to further guide the driver. In the event that the vehicle battery does not need to be swapped out but can be charged, a terminal for starting the process of battery charging 222 can be provided. An emergency stop 223 can be provided so that the driver does not accidentally leave the charging station 200 before the process is completed, and one or more support jacks 203 can be used to provide stability to the charging station 200. Signal lights 204 can be used to ensure that vehicles 100 do not collide with each other. Light boxes 205 can be used to help drivers enter and leave the charging or washing station 200.

[0085] refer to Fig.13 and Fig.14 , a battery supply mechanism 224 may be shown in a cutaway view. Wheels with electric motors 225 may be used to propel the vehicle 100 through the charging station 200. Used battery charging contacts 226 may be provided in the ceiling. A battery charging control system 220 may be used to ensure that the battery is charged in a safe and efficient manner. A battery storage temperature maintenance system 228 may be used to ensure that the battery is stored at an ideal temperature. A solar panel 229 may be used to provide power to the charging station 200. The charging station 200 may have a front battery holder 206 and an additional battery holder 207, which may be used to help swap out batteries in the vehicle 100. A tightening lever 208 may move the car forward along the tunnel in a controlled manner. The battery 209 ready for use may be fully charged and may be swapped into the vehicle 100. A charging battery 210 may be used to maintain power and help charge the battery in the charging station 200. An LED light 211 may help provide illumination. A flashing light 212 may be used to provide notification that the system is in use. Wi-Fi routers 213 and black box computing devices 214 can be used to transmit data about vehicles 100 and charging stations 200 to a central authority. Sample data can include battery availability, queues to stations, and statistics about vehicles 100 and charging stations 200. Fire control systems 215 can be in place for fires. Alarm systems 216 can be in place to ensure that theft does not occur. Outdoor 360-degree cameras 217 can also help control access to charging stations 200. Indoor cameras 218 can be used to monitor the progress of vehicles 100 through charging stations 200.

[0086] refer to Fig.15In operation, value or currency can flow to the system in a variety of ways. Passengers can pay for rides with coins or legal tender. Drivers can pay vendors for distance traveled and ride fees. Advertisers can pay for airtime on billboards on the vehicle 100. Drivers can also pay for battery charging / battery replacement, cleaning costs, and technical testing of the vehicle 100.

[0087] refer to Fig.16 , the mined cryptocurrencies can be used as a form of cashback to popular drivers. Similarly, cryptocurrencies can flow back to passengers as a form of cashback. Finally, cryptocurrencies can flow back to advertisers as a form of cashback for advertising, especially during low demand situations.

[0088] refer to Fig.17 , in the ecosystem, passengers can use fiat currency. Currency can be exchanged for cryptocurrency. The exchange can occur inside the vehicle 100, or can occur remotely using wireless communication. In some embodiments, an app used by the user can perform the conversion. The app can also have the ability to use a credit card to pay for the trip and provide value. The value can be transmitted to the driver in various ways, such as through a debit card or through a peer-to-peer exchange. The driver can receive the value and can exchange the value into a desired value store, such as US dollars or cryptocurrency.

[0089] refer to Fig.18 , the taxi ecosystem can be the center of a larger cryptocurrency system. Within the taxi ecosystem, vendors, charging stations, and passengers can earn and spend cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrencies can be used to make payments to stores that partner with the cryptocurrency system. Banks can also join the ecosystem to help convert cryptocurrencies into fiat currencies and vice versa. Finally, institutional investors may be interested in being part of the currency ecosystem.

[0090] Driver

[0091] In some embodiments, the driver may be a human, and in other embodiments, the driver may be automated, or a combination of a human and automated system may be used. If the driver is an automated system, the automated system may use a power source to supply power to the automated system.

[0092] Mining Computer

[0093] The vehicle 100 may also include a mining computer 1900 ( Fig.19). The mining computer 1900 can operate at high speeds but can be designed to use low power. For example, the mining computer 1900 may not require a complex display system because the display from the mining computer 1900 can be minimal, which can save power. High-speed memory that uses minimal power can also be used, and the processor can be cooled using external air or a cooling system from the vehicle 100 itself. Machine learning can be used to improve power management of the vehicle. For example, if the air cooling unit needs power, the mining computer can be allocated less power for a period of time.

[0094] Fig.19 A sample encryption computer 1900 may be illustrated. The encryption computer 1900 may be adapted to operate at high speeds, but using a minimal amount of power to conserve power stored in the power unit of the vehicle 100. The computer 1900 may have input circuitry 1901, memory 1905, a power source 1910, and a processor 1915. The processor 1915 may also communicate with a display 1920 and communication circuitry that may transmit relevant data to an agency.

[0095] The mining computer 1900 may be adapted to mine cryptocurrency, where cryptocurrency coins may be valued at a fixed rate relative to known currencies. The coins may be converted into legal tender. In some embodiments, cryptocurrency coins may be awarded based on the distance traveled by the vehicle 100. In other embodiments, cryptocurrency coins may be awarded based on the value of the transportation fare of the vehicle 100. The coins mined by the mining computer may be shared with the riders. Thus, the longer the ride or the higher the transportation fare, the more coins may be shared with the riders.

[0096] Coins can be accumulated in an electronic wallet for future transactions. Coins can be used to purchase other goods / services. If a vehicle 100 rider pays with coins, the rider can receive a discount. The driver can also be compensated with coins based on completed rides.

[0097] The blockchain can be used to verify the cryptocurrency. Verification of the blockchain can occur in the vehicle 100 using a verification computer. The blockchain can include one or more of the group's travel distance, payments to different participants, and payment type (monetary or legal). A verification reward can be given to the vehicle 100 driver.

[0098] Call a ride APP

[0099] The vehicle 100 may be called using an app. The vehicle 100 may have a GPS, and the location of the vehicle 100 may be tracked by an authority computing system. The authority may also track the status of the vehicle 100, such as when a ride is nearing the end or when the vehicle 100 is ready to stop driving for the day. The central authority may determine the most efficient pickup for the ride, and may determine the most efficient path for the driver. The central authority may also measure demand and may determine pricing for the ride. The app may display various determinations from the central authority to the rider, so that the rider may be informed of possible transportation costs, pickup times, and times to arrive at the destination. Machine learning may be used to help improve pickup routing and path routing over time.

[0100] Fund Management App

[0101] Cryptocurrency, sometimes called cryptocurrency or crypto, is any form of currency that exists digitally or virtually and uses cryptography to secure transactions. Cryptocurrencies do not have a central issuing or regulatory authority, but instead use a decentralized system to record transactions and issue new units.

[0102] Cryptocurrency

[0103] Cryptocurrency can be a digital payment system that does not rely on banks to verify transactions. It can be a peer-to-peer system that enables anyone, anywhere to send and receive payments. Cryptocurrency payments can exist purely as digital entries in an online database that describes a specific transaction, rather than physical currency carried and exchanged in the real world. When cryptocurrency funds are transferred, the transaction can be recorded in a public ledger. Cryptocurrency can be stored in a digital wallet.

[0104] How do cryptocurrencies work?

[0105] Cryptocurrencies run on a distributed public ledger called a blockchain, which is a record of all transactions updated and held by currency holders. Cryptocurrency units can be created through a process called mining, which involves using computer power to solve complex mathematical problems that generate coins. Users can also buy currencies from brokers and then use crypto wallets to store and spend them.

[0106] If you own cryptocurrency, you may not own anything tangible. What you may own is a key that allows you to move records or units of measure from one person to another without a trusted third party.

[0107] Blockchain

[0108] Cryptocurrencies are often built using blockchain technology. Blockchain describes the way transactions are recorded into "blocks" and time-stamped. It's a fairly complex technical process, but the result is a digital ledger of cryptocurrency transactions that is difficult for hackers to tamper with. In addition, transactions require a two-factor authentication process. For example, you may be asked to enter a username and password to start a transaction. Then, you may have to enter a verification code sent to your personal mobile phone via SMS.

[0109] Unlike government-backed currencies, the value of virtual currencies is driven entirely by supply and demand, which can produce wild swings that can generate significant gains or huge losses for investors. Cryptocurrency investments have far fewer regulatory protections than traditional financial products such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds.

[0110] What blockchain can do is allow the data held in this database to be spread across several network nodes in various locations, which not only creates redundancy but also maintains the fidelity of the data stored therein. If someone attempts to change a record at one instance of the database, the other nodes will not be altered and bad actors will therefore be prevented from doing so. If one user tampers with Bitcoin's transaction records, all other nodes will cross-reference each other and easily figure out the node with the incorrect information. This system can help establish a precise and transparent sequence of events, as no single node within the network can alter the information held therein.

[0111] Because of the blockchain design, information and history (such as that of cryptocurrency transactions) may be irreversible. Such a record may be a list of transactions (such as the use of cryptocurrency), but the blockchain may also hold a variety of other information, such as legal contracts, state identification, or a company's product inventory.

[0112] transparent

[0113] Due to the decentralized nature of the Bitcoin blockchain, all transactions can be transparently viewed by having a personal node or using a blockchain explorer that allows anyone to see transactions as they occur in real time. Each node can be its own copy of the chain, which is updated when fresh blocks are confirmed and added. This means that if the user wishes, you can track where the Bitcoin has gone.

[0114] Records stored in the Bitcoin blockchain (and most other blockchains) can be encrypted. Therefore, only the owner of the record can decrypt it to reveal their identity (using a public-private key pair). Therefore, users of the blockchain can remain anonymous while maintaining transparency.

[0115] Blockchain Security

[0116] Blockchain technology can achieve decentralized security and trust in several ways. New blocks are always stored linearly and in chronological order. That is, new blocks can always be added to the "end" of the blockchain. After a block has been added to the end of the blockchain, it can be extremely difficult to go back and change the contents of the block unless a majority of the network has reached a consensus to do so. Each block contains its own hash, as well as the hash of the block that preceded it, and the aforementioned timestamp. The hash code is created by a mathematical function that converts digital information into a string of numbers and letters. If the block information is edited in any way, the hash code also changes.

[0117] If a hacker were to change their own single copy, it would no longer align with everyone else’s copies. When everyone else cross-references their copies with each other, they will see that this one copy stands out, and that hacked version of the chain will be discarded as illegitimate. To successfully pull off such a hack would require the hacker to simultaneously control and change 51% or more of the copies of the blockchain, making their new copy the majority, and therefore the agreed-upon chain. Such an attack would also require a large amount of money and resources, as they would need to redo all the blocks, as they would now have different timestamps and hash codes. Doing so would not go unnoticed, as network members would see this drastic alteration of the blockchain. The network members would then hard fork to the new version of the chain that was not affected. This would cause the value of the attacked version of the token to plummet, making the attack ultimately pointless, as the bad actor controls a worthless asset. The same would happen if the bad actor attacked a new fork of Bitcoin. It is structured in this way to make it more economically incentivized to participate in the network than to attack it.

[0118] In this system, it is possible to create vendor wallets, vendor coin transactions and their own vendor coins (vendors), and these will support:

[0119] Allows users to deposit cryptocurrency from external wallets into their provider wallets,

[0120] Pay for vendor services using cryptocurrencies held in vendor wallets and convert cryptocurrencies held in vendor wallets to another form of cryptocurrencies or fiat currencies and combine with various cryptocurrencies supplies;

[0121] Process payments, provide escrow services, and facilitate international cash transactions;

[0122] Buy and sell cryptocurrencies (via third-party liquidity providers);

[0123] Enables vendor consumers to deposit vendor coins, fiat currencies (in collaboration with third-party vendors) or cryptocurrencies supporting individual, corporate and institutional clients with their own accounts (by providing crypto wallets and IBAN (the latter through third-party service providers)) as well as comprehensive account services including on / off switching for digital exchanges and blockchain networks;

[0124] Enables fiat payments (including international payment services (USD, EUR, CHF, AED, RUB, NOK, ILS, BRL, CAD, TRY)), money transfers and card services (both virtual and physical) into the provider ecosystem (connecting traditional financial services with the crypto world among providers by relying on regulated third-party service providers);

[0125] Allowing consumers to make any transfer (of both crypto assets and / or fiat funds) in real time (whereas bank transfers are currently limited, for example, by the length of the payment day and the fact that banks and companies in different countries use different systems, so funds transfers may take more than a day);

[0126] Providing a crypto exchange market to change Supplier Coins into any other cryptocurrency, identical to fiat currency (i.e., different currencies);

[0127] Provides access to other cryptocurrency wallets (Bitcoin, Ethereum or other crypto assets, fiat currencies).

[0128] All users can transfer their fiat money and cryptocurrencies, after which it will appear on the fiat balance or supplier balance; and a crypto trading platform with an open API for developers. The system will allow developers and businesses to integrate Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin and Ethereum and other crypto payments into their businesses or applications.

[0129] All supplier consumers can earn cashback (fiat and / or crypto) depending on certain actions when using suppliers in the supplier ecosystem.

[0130] passenger

[0131] If the consumer pays the vendor, they get a special price, otherwise they get a reward in the form of a vendor, as the vendor is created during the ride.

[0132] When shopping at ecosystem partners, suppliers can be paid with discounts (equivalent to rewards / journalism and more).

[0133] Driver

[0134] Drivers are paid by vendors and have the option to redeem it into currency, or they can shop at ecosystem partners at discounts (equivalent to rewards / mileage and more).

[0135] Advertisers

[0136] If the advertiser advertises at unfavorable times or in unfavorable places, the advertiser can get rewards from the supplier. The advertiser buys the supplier in the form of a package and can then buy the airtime.

[0137] Supplier discovery

[0138] Supplier coins can be a reliable cryptocurrency because supplier coins are worth the distance in the taxi. Supplier coins are only mined when the supplier taxi travels a certain distance, so each coin mined is backed by the fiat currency used to pay for the ride. After the ride provider holds the mined coins, they are then purchased by other ride providers.

[0139] Supplier Coin Usage

[0140] Supplier Coins are used as a bonus system and loyalty program. Passengers can receive a percentage of the ride fare back in the form of Supplier Coins. Supplier Coins are thus a discount system that allows suppliers to offer rides at attractive prices while complying with taxi regulations.

[0141] The system may include, but is not limited to, any combination of LAN, MAN, WAN, mobile, wired or wireless networks, private networks or virtual private networks. In addition, to simplify and clarify the description, it should be understood that any number of client computers are supported and can communicate within the vehicle and authority system.

[0142] In addition, certain embodiments are described herein as including logic or multiple components, modules, blocks, or mechanisms. Modules and method blocks may constitute software modules (e.g., codes or instructions embodied on a machine-readable medium or in a transmission signal, where the code is executed by a processor) or hardware modules. A hardware module is a tangible unit capable of performing certain operations and may be configured or arranged in a certain manner. In example embodiments, one or more computer systems (e.g., independent client or server computer systems) or one or more hardware modules of a computer system (e.g., a processor or a group of processors) may be configured by software (e.g., an application or application portion) as hardware modules that operate to perform certain operations as described herein.

[0143] In various embodiments, the hardware module may be implemented mechanically or electronically. For example, the hardware module may include dedicated circuits or logic that are permanently configured to perform certain operations (e.g., as a dedicated processor, such as a field programmable gate array (FPGA) or an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC)). The hardware module may also include programmable logic or circuits (e.g., contained within a processor or other programmable processor) that are temporarily configured by software to perform certain operations. It should be understood that the decision to mechanically implement the hardware module in a dedicated and permanently configured circuit or in a temporarily configured circuit (e.g., configured by software) may be driven by cost and time considerations. In some embodiments, the computing device may be a quantum computing device capable of significantly higher speeds than conventional computing systems, which may allow significantly more crypto mining and increased security using more challenging cryptographic algorithms. A portion of the quantum computer may be local, and a portion may be remote, with high-speed communications for auxiliary systems.

[0144] Therefore, the term "hardware module" should be understood to cover tangible entities, i.e., entities that are physically constructed, permanently configured (e.g., hardwired), or temporarily configured (e.g., programmed) to operate in a certain manner or perform certain operations described herein. As used herein, a "hardware-implemented module" refers to a hardware module. Considering embodiments in which hardware modules are temporarily configured (e.g., programmed), each of the hardware modules need not be configured or instantiated at any one time. For example, where a hardware module includes a processor configured using software, the processor can be configured as corresponding different hardware modules at different times. The software can configure the processor accordingly, for example, to constitute a particular hardware module at one time, and to constitute different hardware modules at different times.

[0145] Hardware modules can provide information to other hardware modules and receive information from other hardware modules. Therefore, the described hardware modules can be considered as being communicatively coupled. In the case of multiple such hardware modules being present at the same time, communication can be achieved by signal transmission (e.g., by appropriate circuits and buses) connecting the hardware modules. In embodiments where multiple hardware modules are configured or instantiated at different times, communication between such hardware modules can be achieved, for example, by storing and retrieving information in a memory structure accessible to multiple hardware modules. For example, a hardware module can perform an operation and store the output of the operation in a memory device communicatively coupled thereto. Then, another hardware module can access the memory device later to retrieve and process the stored output. The hardware module can also initiate communication with an input or output device, and can operate on a resource (e.g., a collection of information).

[0146] The various operations of the example methods described herein may be performed at least in part by one or more processors that are temporarily configured (e.g., by software) or permanently configured to perform the relevant operations. Whether temporarily or permanently configured, such processors may constitute processor-implemented modules that operate to perform one or more operations or functions. In some example embodiments, the modules mentioned herein may include processor-implemented modules.

[0147] Similarly, the methods or routines described herein may be implemented by processors at least in part. For example, at least some operations of the method may be performed by one or more processors or a hardware module implemented by the processor. The execution of certain operations may be distributed between one or more processors, not only residing in a single machine, but also deployed on multiple machines. In some example embodiments, one or more processors may be located at a single location (e.g., in a home environment, an office environment, or as a server farm), while in other embodiments, the processor may be distributed at multiple locations.

[0148] The one or more processors may also operate to support performance of related operations in a "cloud computing" environment or as "software as a service" (SaaS). For example, at least some operations may be performed by a group of computers (as an example of a machine including a processor) that are accessible via a network (e.g., the Internet) and via one or more appropriate interfaces (e.g., an application program interface (API)).

[0149] The execution of certain operations may be distributed among one or more processors, not only residing in a single machine, but also deployed on multiple machines. In some example embodiments, one or more processors or processor-implemented modules may be located in a single geographic location (e.g., in a home environment, an office environment, or a server farm). In other example embodiments, one or more processors or processor-implemented modules may be distributed across multiple geographic locations.

[0150] Some parts of this specification are presented in terms of algorithms or symbolic representations of operations on data stored in a machine memory (e.g., computer memory) as bits or binary digital signals. These algorithms or symbolic representations are examples of techniques used by those of ordinary skill in the field of data processing to convey the essence of their work to other technicians in the field. As used herein, an "algorithm" is a self-consistent sequence of operations or similar processing that results in a desired result. In this context, algorithms and operations involve the physical manipulation of physical quantities. Typically, but not necessarily, such quantities can take the form of electrical, magnetic, or optical signals that can be stored, accessed, transmitted, combined, compared, or otherwise manipulated by a machine. Sometimes, primarily for general reasons, it is convenient to use words such as "data," "content," "bit," "value," "element," "symbol," "character," "term," "number," "parameter set," etc. to refer to such signals. However, these words are merely convenient labels and are associated with appropriate physical quantities.

[0151] Unless specifically stated otherwise, discussions herein using words such as "process," "compute," "calculate," "determine," "present," "display," and the like may refer to the actions or processes of a machine (e.g., a computer) that manipulates or transforms data represented as physical (e.g., electronic, magnetic, or optical) quantities within one or more memories (e.g., volatile memory, non-volatile memory, or a combination thereof), registers, or other machine components that receive, store, send, or display information.

[0152] As used herein, any reference to "embodiments," "some embodiments," or "embodiments," or "teachings" means that a particular element, feature, structure, or characteristic described in conjunction with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. The phrases "in some embodiments" or "teachings" appearing in various places in the specification do not necessarily all refer to the same embodiment.

[0153] Some embodiments may be described using the expressions "coupled" and "connected," as well as their derivatives. For example, some embodiments may be described using the term "coupled" to indicate that two or more elements are in direct physical or electrical contact. However, the term "coupled" may also mean that two or more elements are not in direct contact with each other, but still cooperate or interact with each other. The embodiments are not limited to this context.

[0154] Furthermore, the drawings depict the preferred embodiments for illustrative purposes only. One skilled in the art will readily recognize from the following discussion that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods shown herein may be employed without departing from the principles described herein.

[0155] The technical problem of how to efficiently provide crypto mining and transportation services. By using the power generated by the vehicle, crypto can take advantage of the excess power available in the vehicle. In addition, the modern design of the vehicle 100 can make transportation safer and more efficient for passengers.

[0156] When reading this disclosure, those skilled in the art will understand additional alternative structures and functional designs of the systems and methods described herein through the principles disclosed herein. Therefore, although specific embodiments and applications have been shown and described, it should be understood that the disclosed embodiments are not limited to the precise configurations and components disclosed herein. Various modifications, changes and variations that are obvious to those skilled in the art may be made to the arrangement, operation and details of the systems and methods disclosed herein without departing from the spirit and scope defined in any of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A means of transport, comprising: Driver's cabin; Passenger compartment; Electric propulsion system; A power storage device, the power storage device being rechargeable via at least one of: kinetic energy; Solar energy; Wind energy; or direct energy input; Replaceable within a known period of time Solar charging system; a computer-controlled, outward-facing display; A mining computer adapted to mine cryptocurrency using power from the power storage device.

2. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The mining computer is adapted to mine cryptocurrency, wherein the cryptocurrency coins are valued at a fixed rate relative to a known currency.

3. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: Cryptocurrency coins are awarded based on the distance traveled by the vehicle.

4. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: Cryptocurrency coins are awarded based on the value of the transportation fare of the transportation vehicle.

5. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The coins mined by the mining computers are shared with the riders.

6. The vehicle according to claim 5, wherein: Coins accumulate in the electronic wallet for future transactions.

7. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The driver is automatic.

8. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The outward facing display conveys advertisements from advertisers.

9. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: Blockchain is used to verify said cryptocurrency.

10. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The passenger compartment includes a display indicating at least one of: Current price; Boarding location; the path to the destination; progress to destination; Crypto mined during the trip; and destination.

11. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The propulsion system includes at least one motor that uses power from the power storage device.

12. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The power storage device is held in place using releasable fasteners.

13. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The vehicle also includes a platform capable of assisting a load in entering the vehicle.

14. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The passenger compartment includes a wireless payment system.

15. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The transportation means also include: Space frame, A thermoplastic panel is attached to the space frame.

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