Vehicle switch control method and system

Abstract

The invention provides an electric switch control method and system of a vehicle, and is suitable for the vehicle. First, a remote server is utilized to determine whether the vehicle can be connected via a network. When the far-end server can be connected to the vehicle, the far-end server transmits a first instruction to the vehicle through the network, and the first instruction is used for opening or closing an electric switch of the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the first instruction, whether the vehicle is in a moving state or not is judged; when the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle ignores the first instruction. And when the vehicle is not in the moving state, the vehicle controls the electric switch corresponding to the vehicle according to the first instruction so as to open or close the electric switch.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a method and system for controlling the throttle of a vehicle, and particularly to a method and system that can use a remote server to control the throttle of a vehicle via a network. Background Art

[0002] In recent years, with the progress and development of electronic information, the trend of vehicle development has become increasingly intelligent. In addition to the basic transportation function, the improvement of safety and more peripheral application functions has also become an issue that the industry strives to develop. For example, for vehicle users, more intelligent vehicle control is already one of the applications that users extremely desire. It is already a common function that users can start the vehicle by means of a smart mobile device or a chip card without a physical key.

[0003] On the other hand, with the rise of environmental awareness and the progress of electric vehicle technology, developing electric vehicles powered by electric energy to replace traditional vehicles powered by fossil fuels has gradually become an important goal in the automotive field, thus making electric vehicles more and more popular. Generally speaking, electric vehicles are more abundantly equipped with electronic components / devices and can be combined with the user's mobile device to provide more personalized applications and experiences.

[0004] In the electric motorcycle industry, more and more commercial applications have been successively developed. In some examples, the rental of electric motorcycles, such as short-term rental applications, or the business model of charging rental fees for the batteries of electric motorcycles have been launched in the market. In related applications or business models, operators must properly manage and control electric motorcycles to provide users with a better experience and protect the rights and interests of the operators themselves. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a method and system for controlling the throttle of a vehicle.

[0006] A method for controlling the throttle of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention is applicable to a vehicle. First, a remote server is used to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle, the remote server transmits a first instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the first instruction is used to open or close a throttle of the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the first instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle ignores the first instruction. When the vehicle is not in the moving state, the vehicle controls the throttle of the vehicle corresponding to the first instruction to open or close the throttle.

[0007] An ignition control system for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a vehicle and a remote server. The motorcycle includes a network connection unit, an ignition, and a processing unit. The processing unit is coupled to the network connection unit and the ignition. The remote server determines whether it can connect to the vehicle via a network. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle, the remote server transmits a first instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the first instruction is used to turn on or off the ignition of the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the first instruction, the processing unit of the vehicle determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state, the first instruction is ignored, and when the vehicle is not in the moving state, the ignition of the corresponding vehicle is controlled in response to the first instruction to turn on or off the ignition.

[0008] In some embodiments, when the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network, the remote server cancels the transmission of the corresponding first instruction.

[0009] In some embodiments, when the remote server can connect to the vehicle, the remote server transmits a second instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to force the ignition of the vehicle to be turned off. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in the moving state. When the vehicle is not in the moving state, the vehicle controls the ignition of the corresponding vehicle in response to the second instruction to turn off the ignition. When the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle delays executing the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executes the second instruction to turn off the ignition of the corresponding vehicle.

[0010] In some embodiments, when the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network, the remote server continuously determines whether it can connect to the vehicle via the network, and after connecting to the vehicle, transmits the second instruction to the vehicle via the network.

[0011] In some embodiments, the remote server transmits a second instruction to a user device corresponding to the vehicle via the network. The user device is used to connect to the vehicle and transmit the second instruction to the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in the moving state. When the vehicle is not in the moving state, the vehicle controls the ignition of the corresponding vehicle in response to the second instruction to turn off the ignition. When the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle delays executing the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executes the second instruction to turn off the ignition of the corresponding vehicle.

[0012] A method for controlling the throttle of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention is applicable to a vehicle. First, a remote server is used to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle, the remote server transmits a second instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to forcibly close the throttle of the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is not in a moving state, the vehicle controls the throttle corresponding to the vehicle in response to the second instruction to close the throttle. When the vehicle is in a moving state, the vehicle delays executing the second instruction until the vehicle is not in a moving state, and then executes the second instruction to close the throttle corresponding to the vehicle.

[0013] An electric throttle control system for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a vehicle and a remote server. The vehicle includes a network connection unit, a throttle, and a processing unit. The processing unit is coupled to the network connection unit and the throttle. The remote server determines whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle, the remote server transmits a second instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to forcibly close the throttle of the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is not in a moving state, the vehicle controls the throttle corresponding to the vehicle in response to the second instruction to close the throttle. When the vehicle is in a moving state, the vehicle delays executing the second instruction until the vehicle is not in a moving state, and then executes the second instruction to close the throttle corresponding to the vehicle.

[0014] The above method of the present invention can exist in the form of program code. When the program code is loaded and executed by a machine, the machine becomes a device for implementing the present invention.

[0015] To make the above objects, features, and advantages of the present invention more obvious and understandable, the following specific embodiments are given and described in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Description of the Drawings

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram shows an electric throttle control system for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 2 A schematic diagram shows a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 3 A schematic diagram shows an electric vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 4 A schematic diagram shows an electric throttle control system for a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 5 It is a flowchart showing the ignition control method of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 6 It is a flowchart showing the ignition control method of a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 7 It is a flowchart showing the ignition control method of a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 8 It is a flowchart showing the ignition control method of a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] List of reference numerals

[0025] 100 - Ignition control system of the vehicle

[0026] 110 - Vehicle

[0027] 112 - Network connection unit

[0028] 114 - Ignition

[0029] 116 - Processing unit

[0030] 120 - Remote server

[0031] 130 - Network

[0032] 300 - Electric vehicle

[0033] 310 - Battery storage unit

[0034] 312 - Battery

[0035] 320 - Network connection unit

[0036] 330 - Ignition

[0037] 340 - Motor unit

[0038] 350 - Processing unit

[0039] 140 - User device

[0040] S510, S520, S530, S540, S550, S560, S570, S580 - Steps

[0041] S610, S620, S630, S640, S650, S660, S670 - Steps

[0042] Steps S702, S704, S706, S708, S710, S712, S714, S716, S718, S720, S722, S724

[0043] Steps S810, S820, S830, S840, S850, S860. Detailed implementation

[0044] Figure 1 Show the power switch control system of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention. The power switch control system 100 of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention at least includes a vehicle 110 and a remote server 120. The vehicle 110 and the remote server 120 can be coupled to each other via a network 130. In some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. Note that in some embodiments, the vehicle 110 can be a traditional vehicle powered by petroleum, such as an automobile or a motorcycle. Figure 2 Show a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention. As shown in the figure, the vehicle 110 can at least include a network connection unit 112, a power switch (Ignition) 114, and a processing unit 116. The network connection unit 112 can be connected to a network, so that the vehicle 110 has a network connection ability. Similarly, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. The opening or closing of the power switch 114 can control whether the vehicle 110 can be powered on / started. The processing unit 116 can be coupled to the network connection unit 112 and the power switch 114, and control the operation of all hardware and software in the vehicle 110, and cooperate with the remote server 120 to execute the power switch control method of the vehicle in this case, the details of which will be described later.

[0045] In addition, in some embodiments, the vehicle 110 can be an electric vehicle powered by electricity, such as an electric car or an electric motorcycle. Figure 3Disclosed is an electric vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention. The electric vehicle 300 according to an embodiment of the present invention may be an electric vehicle based on a battery as a power source, such as an electric car or an electric motorcycle. As shown in the figure, the electric vehicle 300 at least includes a battery storage unit 310, a network connection unit 320, a throttle 330, a motor unit 340, and a processing unit 350. The battery storage unit 310 can store at least one battery, such as a battery 312. The battery 312 may be a battery module having at least one battery cell for storing and releasing electrical energy. It should be noted that, in some embodiments, at least one battery may be connected in series or in parallel to supply electrical energy to the motor unit 340 of the electric vehicle 300 for operation. The network connection unit 320 can be connected to a network, thereby enabling the electric vehicle 300 to have a network connection capability. In some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. The opening or closing of the throttle 330 can control whether the electric vehicle 300 can be powered on / started. The motor unit 340 can operate to drive the vehicle and other vehicle accessories that need to rotate. The processing unit 350 can be coupled to the aforementioned elements, control the operation of all hardware and software in the electric vehicle 300, and cooperate with the remote server 120 to execute the vehicle throttle control method of this case, the details of which will be described later. It should be noted that, in some embodiments, the electric vehicle 300 may include a storage unit (not shown in the figure). The storage unit can store relevant information about the electric vehicle and / or the battery.

[0046] Figure 4Disclosed is an ignition control system for a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention. As shown in the figure, the ignition control system 100 for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention at least includes a vehicle 110, a remote server 120, and a user device 140. The vehicle 110, the remote server 120, and the user device 140 can be coupled to each other via a network 130. Similarly, in some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. In this embodiment, the user device 140 can be a mobile device corresponding to the vehicle user, such as a smart phone. It should be noted that the foregoing user device is only an example of this case, and the present invention is not limited thereto. It is reminded that the user device 140 can be paired and connected with the vehicle 110 and data can be transmitted. It is reminded that the remote server 120 can be an electronic device. The remote server 120 can simultaneously manage vehicles and multiple battery energy stations located at the same location or at different locations via the network 130. It is reminded that the battery energy station can have multiple batteries for at least one electric vehicle, such as an electric motorcycle or an electric vehicle, to use. The vehicle 110, the remote server 120, and the user device 140 can cooperate to execute the ignition control method for the vehicle in this case, and the details will be described later.

[0047] Figure 5 Disclosed is an ignition control method for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention. The ignition control method for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention can be applied to a vehicle and a remote server.

[0048] First, as in step S510, use the remote server to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network. It should be noted that, in some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle (yes in step S520), as in step S530, the remote server transmits a first instruction to the vehicle via the network. It should be noted that the first instruction is used to turn on or off an ignition of the vehicle. When the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network (no in step S520), as in step S540, the remote server cancels the transmission of the corresponding first instruction. After the vehicle receives the first instruction, as in step S550, the vehicle, such as a processing unit of the vehicle, determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state (yes in step S560), as in step S570, the vehicle ignores the first instruction. In other words, when the vehicle is in the moving state, the first instruction is not executed. When the vehicle is not in the moving state (no in step S560), as in step S580, the vehicle controls the ignition of the vehicle corresponding to the first instruction to turn on or off the ignition.

[0049] Figure 6 Disclosed is an ignition control method for a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention. The ignition control method for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention can be applied to a vehicle and a remote server.

[0050] First, as in step S610, use the remote server to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network. Similarly, in some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. When the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network (No in step S620), the process returns to step S610. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle (Yes in step S620), as in step S630, the remote server transmits a second instruction to the vehicle via the network. Note that the second instruction is used to force the ignition of the vehicle to be turned off. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, as in step S640, the vehicle, such as a processing unit of the vehicle, determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state (Yes in step S650), as in step S660, delay the execution of the second instruction and return to step S640 to continuously determine whether the vehicle is in the moving state. When the vehicle is not in the moving state (No in step S650), as in step S670, the vehicle controls the ignition of the vehicle corresponding to the second instruction to force the ignition to be turned off. In other words, when the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle delays the execution of the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executes the second instruction to turn off the ignition of the vehicle corresponding to the vehicle.

[0051] Figure 7 Disclosed is an ignition control method for a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention. The ignition control method for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention can be applied to a vehicle and a remote server.

[0052] First, as in step S702, use the remote server to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network. Similarly, in some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. When the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network (No in step S704), as in step S706, determine whether the instruction transmitted by the remote server this time is a first instruction or a second instruction. Note that the first instruction is used to turn on or off the ignition of the vehicle, and the second instruction is used to force the ignition of the vehicle to be turned off. When the transmitted instruction is the second instruction, the process returns to step S702. When the transmitted instruction is the first instruction, as in step S708, the remote server cancels the transmission of the corresponding first instruction. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle via the network (Yes in step S704), as in step S710, the remote server transmits an instruction to the vehicle via the network.

[0053] After the vehicle receives the instruction, as in step S712, the vehicle, such as a processing unit of the vehicle, determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state (Yes in step S714), as in step S716, it is determined whether the instruction received by the vehicle is a first instruction or a second instruction. When the received instruction is the second instruction, the process returns to step S712. When the received instruction is the first instruction, as in step S718, the vehicle ignores the first instruction. In other words, when the vehicle is in the moving state, the first instruction is not executed. When the vehicle is not in the moving state (No in step S714), as in step S720, it is determined whether the instruction received by the vehicle is a first instruction or a second instruction. When the received instruction is the first instruction, as in step S722, the vehicle controls the throttle of the vehicle corresponding to the first instruction to turn on or off the throttle. When the received instruction is the second instruction, as in step S724, the vehicle controls the throttle of the vehicle corresponding to the second instruction to forcibly close the throttle. As described above, when the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle delays executing the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executes the second instruction to close the throttle of the vehicle.

[0054] Figure 8 Displays a throttle control method for a vehicle according to another embodiment of the present invention. The throttle control method for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention can be applied to a vehicle, a user device, and a remote server.

[0055] First, as in step S810, the remote server transmits a second instruction to the user device corresponding to the vehicle via a network. Similarly, in some embodiments, the network can be a wired network, a telecommunications network, and a wireless network, such as a Bluetooth network, a Wi-Fi network, etc. Note that the second instruction is used to forcibly close a throttle of the vehicle. Then, as in step S820, the user device is used to connect to the vehicle via a network, such as a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth network, and transmit the second instruction to the vehicle. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, as in step S830, the vehicle, such as a processing unit of the vehicle, determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state (Yes in step S840), as in step S850, the execution of the second instruction is delayed, and the process returns to step S830 to continuously determine whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is not in the moving state (No in step S840), as in step S860, the vehicle controls the throttle of the vehicle corresponding to the second instruction to forcibly close the throttle. Similarly, when the vehicle is in the moving state, the vehicle delays executing the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executes the second instruction to close the throttle of the vehicle.

[0056] Therefore, the ignition control method and system for a vehicle in this case can use a remote server to perform relevant control on the vehicle's ignition through a network, thereby providing a more flexible and proper management and control mechanism, providing a better experience for users, and protecting the rights and interests of the operator itself.

[0057] The method of the present invention, or a specific form or a part thereof, may exist in the form of program code. The program code may be included in a tangible medium, such as a floppy disk, a CD-ROM, a hard disk, or any other machine-readable (such as computer-readable) storage medium, or a computer program product not limited to an external form. Among them, when the program code is loaded and executed by a machine, such as a computer, this machine becomes a device for participating in the present invention. The program code can also be transmitted through some transmission media, such as wires or cables, optical fibers, or any transmission form. Among them, when the program code is received, loaded, and executed by a machine, such as a computer, this machine becomes a device for participating in the present invention. When implemented in a general-purpose processing unit, the program code combined with the processing unit provides a unique device that operates similar to an application-specific logic circuit.

[0058] Although the present invention has been disclosed in preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the present invention shall be defined by the claims.

Claims

1. An electric door control method for a vehicle, characterized in that, it is applicable to a vehicle and includes the following steps: using a remote server to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network; when the remote server can connect to the vehicle, transmitting a first instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the first instruction is used to turn on or off an electric door of the vehicle; after the vehicle receives the first instruction, determining whether the vehicle is in a moving state; when the vehicle is in the moving state, ignoring the first instruction; and when the vehicle is not in the moving state, controlling the electric door of the corresponding vehicle in response to the first instruction to turn on or off the electric door.

2. The electric door control method for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, it further includes canceling the transmission of the corresponding first instruction when the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network.

3. The electric door control method for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, it further includes the following steps: when the remote server can connect to the vehicle, transmitting a second instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to forcibly turn off the electric door of the vehicle; after the vehicle receives the second instruction, determining whether the vehicle is in the moving state; when the vehicle is not in the moving state, controlling the electric door of the corresponding vehicle in response to the second instruction to turn off the electric door; and when the vehicle is in the moving state, delaying the execution of the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executing the second instruction to turn off the electric door of the corresponding vehicle.

4. The electric door control method for a vehicle according to claim 3, characterized in that, it further includes that when the remote server cannot connect to the vehicle via the network, the remote server continuously determines whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via the network, and after connecting to the vehicle, transmits the second instruction to the vehicle via the network.

5. The electric door control method for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, it further includes the following steps: the remote server transmits a second instruction to a user device corresponding to the vehicle via the network; using the user device to connect to the vehicle and transmitting the second instruction to the vehicle; after the vehicle receives the second instruction, determining whether the vehicle is in the moving state; when the vehicle is not in the moving state, controlling the electric door of the corresponding vehicle in response to the second instruction to turn off the electric door; and when the vehicle is in the moving state, delaying the execution of the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executing the second instruction to turn off the electric door of the corresponding vehicle.

6. An electric door control method for a vehicle, characterized in that, it is applicable to a vehicle and includes the following steps: using a remote server to determine whether it is possible to connect to the vehicle via a network; When the remote server can be connected to the vehicle, a second instruction is transmitted to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to force the vehicle's throttle to close; After the vehicle receives the second instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in the moving state; When the vehicle is not in the moving state, the throttle of the corresponding vehicle is controlled in response to the second instruction to close the throttle; And When the vehicle is in the moving state, the execution of the second instruction is postponed until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then the second instruction is executed to close the throttle of the corresponding vehicle.

7. The method for controlling the throttle of a vehicle according to claim 6, wherein, it further includes that when the remote server cannot be connected to the vehicle via the network, the remote server continuously determines whether it can be connected to the vehicle via the network, and after connecting to the vehicle, transmits the second instruction to the vehicle via the network.

8. A throttle control system for a vehicle, wherein, it is applicable to a vehicle and includes: a vehicle, including: a network connection unit; a throttle; and a processing unit, coupled to the network connection unit and the throttle; and a remote server, used to determine whether it can be connected to the vehicle via a network. When the remote server can be connected to the vehicle, a first instruction is transmitted to the vehicle via the network, where the first instruction is used to open or close the throttle of the vehicle, wherein, after the vehicle receives the first instruction, the processing unit of the vehicle determines whether the vehicle is in a moving state. When the vehicle is in the moving state, the first instruction is ignored, and when the vehicle is not in the moving state, the throttle of the corresponding vehicle is controlled in response to the first instruction to open or close the throttle.

9. The throttle control system for a vehicle according to claim 8, wherein, when the remote server can be connected to the vehicle, the remote server transmits a second instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to force the vehicle's throttle to close. After the vehicle receives the second instruction, the processing unit determines whether the vehicle is in the moving state. When the vehicle is not in the moving state, the processing unit controls the throttle of the corresponding vehicle in response to the second instruction to close the throttle. When the vehicle is in the moving state, the processing unit postpones the execution of the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then the processing unit executes the second instruction to close the throttle of the corresponding vehicle.

10. A throttle control system for a vehicle, wherein, it is applicable to a vehicle and includes: a vehicle, including: a network connection unit; a throttle; and a processing unit, coupled to the network connection unit and the throttle; and A remote server for determining whether it can connect to the vehicle via a network. When the remote server can connect to the vehicle, it transmits a second instruction to the vehicle via the network, where the second instruction is used to force the vehicle's throttle to close. Wherein, after the vehicle receives the second instruction, it determines whether the vehicle is in the moving state. When the vehicle is not in the moving state, it controls the throttle of the corresponding vehicle in response to the second instruction to close the throttle. And when the vehicle is in the moving state, it delays the execution of the second instruction until the vehicle is not in the moving state, and then executes the second instruction to close the throttle of the corresponding vehicle.

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