Control device, system, external server, and notification method

Abstract

To provide a control device which can suppress use of a battery which does not satisfy a battery regulation in a use area of a vehicle.SOLUTION: A battery information server 100 (control device) comprises a processor 110 which acquires position information of an electric vehicle 300 (vehicle), and battery information based on a battery pack ID (information) of a battery pack 320 (battery) mounted on the electric vehicle 300. The battery information server 100 further comprises a communication unit 130 and a processor 112 (third processor). The processor 112 determines whether or not the battery pack 320 conforms to a battery regulation of a country corresponding to the position information by using information of the battery regulation and the battery information preset for every country (area). The communication unit 130 transmits a determination result by the processor 112 to the electric vehicle 300 when it is determined that the battery pack 320 does not conform to the battery regulation.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a control device, a system, an external server, and a notification method.

Background Art

[0002] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2012-128548 (Patent Document 1) discloses a vehicle capable of battery replacement at a battery sales store. The battery mounted on the vehicle by battery replacement includes an IC chip in which an ID is stored. Further, code information is printed on the packaging bag of the battery. The above ID is read by the vehicle and transmitted to the center. The above code information is read at the battery sales store and transmitted to the center. The center authenticates whether the ID and the code information form a legitimate pair. If the ID and the code information form a legitimate pair, the use of the above battery is permitted.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In the above Patent Document 1, while it is determined whether the battery is a genuine product, it is not determined whether the battery satisfies the battery regulations in the vehicle usage area.

[0005] The present disclosure has been made to solve the above problems, and an object thereof is to provide a control device, a system, an external server, and a notification method capable of suppressing the use of a battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the vehicle usage area.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] The control device according to the first aspect of the present disclosure includes a communication unit, a first processor including an information acquisition unit, a second processor that controls the communication unit, and a third processor. The information acquisition unit acquires the position information of the vehicle and battery information based on the information of the battery mounted on the vehicle. The third processor determines whether the battery conforms to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information by using the information of the battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information. When it is determined that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations, the communication unit transmits the determination result by the processor to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal owned by the user of the vehicle.

[0007] In the control device according to the first aspect of the present disclosure, as described above, when it is determined that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information, the determination result by the third processor is transmitted to at least one of the vehicle and the user's terminal. As a result, the user can be made aware that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations in the above region. As a result, the user can be prompted to leave the above region or replace the battery with another battery. Thereby, it is possible to suppress the use of a battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the usage area of the vehicle.

[0008] In the control device according to the first aspect, preferably, the communication unit transmits, together with the determination result, information on a facility where battery replacement with another battery that conforms to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information is possible, to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal. With this configuration, the user can be prompted to replace the battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations mounted on the electric vehicle with another battery that conforms to the battery regulations.

[0009] In the control device according to the first aspect, preferably, when the battery mounted on the vehicle is a non-genuine product, the third processor determines that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations. With this configuration, the user can be prompted to stop using the non-genuine battery.

[0010] In the control device according to the first aspect, preferably, when the area corresponding to the position information changes, the third processor determines the compatibility between the battery and the battery regulations corresponding to the area after the change. With this configuration, it is possible to suppress the above determination from being made when the area where the electric vehicle is located has not changed. As a result, the processing load on the control device can be reduced.

[0011] In this case, preferably, when the vehicle has stayed in an area where battery regulations that do not match the battery are defined for a predetermined period or more, the communication unit transmits the determination result to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal. With this configuration, it is possible to suppress the determination result from being transmitted to the user when the vehicle has only temporarily (for a short period) entered the above area. As a result, the processing load on the control device can be further reduced.

[0012] The control device according to the first aspect preferably includes a storage unit that stores information on battery regulations corresponding to each area. With this configuration, it is possible to determine whether the battery complies with the battery regulations of each area without acquiring information on battery regulations corresponding to each area from the outside.

[0013] The system according to the second aspect of the present disclosure includes the control device according to the first aspect and at least one of a vehicle and a terminal owned by the user of the vehicle. The control device uses the information on battery regulations preset for each area and the battery information based on the information on the battery mounted on the vehicle to determine whether the battery complies with the battery regulations of the area corresponding to the position information of the vehicle. When it is determined that the battery does not comply with the battery regulations, the determination result is transmitted to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal.

[0014] As described above, in the system according to the second aspect of the present disclosure, when it is determined that the battery does not comply with the battery regulations, the determination result is transmitted to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal. Thereby, it is possible to provide a system capable of suppressing the use of a battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the usage area of the vehicle.

[0015] The external server according to the third aspect of the present disclosure includes an information acquisition unit that acquires the position information of the vehicle and battery information based on the information of the battery mounted on the vehicle. The external server includes a determination unit that uses the information of the battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information to determine whether the battery conforms to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information.

[0016] As described above, the external server according to the third aspect of the present disclosure uses the information of the battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information to determine whether the battery conforms to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information. As a result, the user of the vehicle can recognize that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations in the above region based on the determination result by the determination unit of the external server. As a result, it is possible to provide an external server capable of suppressing the use of a battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the usage area of the vehicle.

[0017] The notification method according to the fourth aspect of the present disclosure includes a step of acquiring the position information of the vehicle, a step of acquiring battery information based on the information of the battery mounted on the vehicle, a step of using the information of the battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information to determine whether the battery conforms to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information, and a step of, when it is determined that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations, transmitting the determination result in the determination step to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal owned by the user of the vehicle.

[0018] As described above, the notification method according to the fourth aspect of the present disclosure transmits the determination result to at least one of the vehicle and the user's terminal when it is determined that the battery does not conform to the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information. As a result, it is possible to provide a notification method capable of suppressing the use of a battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the usage area of the vehicle.

Effect of the Invention

[0019] According to the present disclosure, it is possible to suppress the use of a battery that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the usage area of the vehicle.

Brief Description of the Drawings

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Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0021] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In the drawings, the same or corresponding parts are denoted by the same reference numerals and their descriptions will not be repeated.

[0022] <Configuration of the System> FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a system 1 according to the present embodiment. The system 1 includes a battery information server 100, a smart center 200, and an electric vehicle 300. In FIG. 1, a user terminal 400 (for example, a smartphone) owned by a user of the electric vehicle 300 is illustrated. Note that the battery information server 100 is an example of the “control device” and “external server” of the present disclosure. Also, the electric vehicle 300 and the user terminal 400 are examples of the “vehicle” and “terminal” of the present disclosure, respectively.

[0023] The electric vehicle 300 includes, for example, a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle), or an FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle).

[0024] The electric vehicle 300 includes an ECU (Electronic Control Unit) 310, a battery pack 320, an HMI (Human Machine Interface) device 330, a DCM (Data Communication Module) 340, and a GPS (Global Positioning System) module 350. Note that the battery pack 320 is an example of the "battery" in the present disclosure.

[0025] Electric power for driving the electric vehicle 300 is stored in the battery pack 320. A plurality of battery cells are accommodated in the battery pack 320. The battery pack 320 is provided in the electric vehicle 300 so as to be replaceable with other battery packs at a battery replacement device, a dealer, etc. (not shown).

[0026] The battery pack 320 is composed of, for example, an LFP battery (lithium iron phosphate ion battery). Note that the battery pack 320 may be composed of a battery other than the LFP battery (for example, a ternary battery).

[0027] ID information (hereinafter referred to as battery pack ID) is set in the battery pack 320. The battery pack ID is recorded in a memory (not shown) or the like of the battery pack 320. The battery pack ID is transmitted to the DCM 340 by CAN (Controller Area Network) communication. Note that the battery pack ID is an example of the "battery information" in the present disclosure.

[0028] The HMI device 330 includes, for example, a car navigation device 331 (see FIG. 4) and speakers (not shown).

[0029] The DCM 340 is configured to be communicable with each of a battery information server 100 (communication unit 130 described later) and a smart center 200 (communication unit 230 described later). Thereby, the electric vehicle 300 can exchange various information with each of the battery information server 100 and the smart center 200 through the DCM 340.

[0030] The GPS module 350 receives GPS signals transmitted from three or more (preferably four or more) satellites above the electric vehicle 300 and determines the position of the electric vehicle 300 (the host vehicle). The position information of the electric vehicle 300 determined by the GPS module 350 is transmitted to the DCM 340 via CAN communication. Note that the GPS module 350 may be built into the car navigation device 331 (see FIG. 4).

[0031] The ECU 310 is configured to transmit and receive information to and from the battery pack 320, the HMI device 330, the DCM 340, the GPS module 350, etc., and to control the above-described respective devices. Details of the control by the ECU 310 will be described later.

[0032] The battery information server 100 includes a processor 110, a processor 111, a processor 112, a memory 120, and a communication unit 130. The processor 111 includes an information acquisition unit 110a. The processor 112 controls the communication unit 130. Note that the processor 112 is an example of the "third processor" and the "determination unit" of the present disclosure. Also, the processors 110 and 111 are examples of the "first processor" and the "second processor" of the present disclosure, respectively. Note that the information acquisition unit 110a may indicate software that blocks the functional features of the processor 110.

[0033] In addition to programs executed by the processors 110, 111, and 112, the memory 120 stores information used by the programs (for example, maps, mathematical formulas, and various parameters). Note that the memory 120 is an example of the "storage unit" of the present disclosure.

[0034] As shown in FIG. 2, the memory 120 stores information on battery regulations preset for each country (hereinafter sometimes referred to as battery regulation information). Specifically, the memory 120 stores a table 121 in which battery regulation information corresponding to each country is associated with each other. In the example shown in FIG. 2, the battery regulation information corresponding to France is battery regulation information F. The battery regulation information corresponding to Germany is battery regulation information G. The battery regulation information corresponding to Italy is battery regulation information I. The battery regulation information includes, for example, information on the minimum value of the usage ratio of recycled materials.

[0035] In addition, the memory 120 stores battery information corresponding to each of a plurality of battery packs registered in the battery information server 100. Specifically, the memory 120 stores a table 122 in which a battery pack ID, battery information corresponding to the battery pack ID, and the location of the battery pack are associated with each other. The battery information includes information on the usage ratio of recycled materials. The information on the usage ratio of recycled materials is an example of the "battery information" of the present disclosure.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 1 again, the communication unit 130 is configured to be communicable with each of the DCM 340 of the electric vehicle 300 and the communication unit 230 of the smart center 200 (described later).

[0037] The smart center 200 includes a processor 210, a memory 220, and a communication unit 230. The memory 220 stores, in addition to programs executed by the processor 210, information used in the programs (for example, maps, mathematical formulas, and various parameters).

[0038] The communication unit 230 is configured to be communicable with each of the DCM 340 of the electric vehicle 300 and the communication unit 130 of the battery information server 100. The communication unit 230 is controlled by the processor 210.

[0039] Here, the conventional control device did not determine whether the battery pack satisfied the battery regulations in the vehicle's usage area. Therefore, there was a case where a battery pack that did not satisfy the battery regulations was used.

[0040] Therefore, in the present embodiment, the processor 112 of the battery information server 100 uses the battery regulation information preset for each country and the battery information of the battery pack 320 to determine whether the battery pack 320 conforms to the battery regulations of the country corresponding to the position information of the electric vehicle 300. Then, when it is determined that the battery pack 320 does not conform to the battery regulations, the communication unit 130 of the battery information server 100 transmits the determination result by the processor 110 to the electric vehicle 300 (DCM 340). Details will be described with reference to the sequence diagram of FIG. 3. Note that the country is an example of the "area" in the present disclosure.

[0041] <Sequence Control in the System> FIG. 3 is a diagram showing sequence control in the system 1. Each process of the electric vehicle 300 shown in FIG. 3 is executed by the ECU 310. Each process of the smart center 200 is executed by the processor 210.

[0042] In step S1, the electric vehicle 300 uses the GPS module 350 to acquire the position information of the electric vehicle 300 (own vehicle). Note that the process of step S1 may be executed every predetermined period (for example, 1 second).

[0043] In step S2, the electric vehicle 300 transmits the position information acquired in step S1 to the smart center 200 through the DCM 340.

[0044] In step S3, the smart center 200 determines the country where the electric vehicle 300 is located based on the position information transmitted from the electric vehicle 300 in step S2.

[0045] In step S4, the smart center 200 determines whether the country of location determined in step S3 has changed from the previously determined country of location. Note that it may be determined whether the country of location of the electric vehicle 300 has changed from the country where the electric vehicle 300 is normally used (for example, the country where the user is registered). If the country of location has changed (Yes in S4), the process proceeds to step S5. If the country of location has not changed (No in S4), the process of the smart center 200 ends.

[0046] In step S5, the smart center 200 notifies each of the electric vehicle 300 and the battery information server 100 of the country of location determined in step S3 through the communication unit 220. Then, the process of the smart center 200 ends.

[0047] In step S6, the electric vehicle 300 determines whether it has received the notification of step S5. If it has received the notification of step S5 (Yes in S6), the process proceeds to step S7. If it has not received the notification of step S5 (No in S6), the process of the electric vehicle 300 ends.

[0048] In step S7, the electric vehicle 300 acquires the battery pack ID from the battery pack 320.

[0049] In step S8, the electric vehicle 300 transmits the information of the battery pack ID acquired in step S7 to the battery information server 100 (communication unit 130) through the DCM 340. If the battery pack ID could not be acquired in step S7, the electric vehicle 300 notifies the battery information server 100 through the DCM 340 that the acquisition of the battery pack ID was impossible. The case where the acquisition of the battery pack ID is impossible is due to, for example, the battery pack 320 being a non-genuine product. Also, this notification may be transmitted to the battery information server 100 via the smart center 200.

[0050] In step S9, the battery information server 100 determines whether the processor 110 (information acquisition unit 110a) has acquired the information on the country of location in step S5. If the information on the country of location has been acquired (Yes in S9), the process proceeds to step S10. If the information on the country of location has not been acquired (No in S9), the process of the battery information server 100 ends.

[0051] In step S10, the battery information server 100 determines whether the processor 110 (information acquisition unit 110a) has acquired the information on the battery pack ID in step S7. If the information on the battery pack ID has been acquired (Yes in S10), the process proceeds to step S11. If the information on the battery pack ID has not been acquired (No in S10), the process proceeds to step S12.

[0052] In step S11, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) determines whether the received battery pack ID is an invalid ID. For example, when the received battery pack ID is not included in the battery pack IDs in table 122 (see FIG. 2), the battery information server 100 determines the received battery pack ID as an invalid ID. If the battery pack ID is an invalid ID (Yes in S11), the process proceeds to step S12. If the battery pack ID is not an invalid ID (No in S11), the process proceeds to step S13.

[0053] In step S12, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) determines that the battery pack 320 mounted on the electric vehicle 300 is a non-genuine product and also determines that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S16.

[0054] In step S13, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) acquires battery information corresponding to the received battery pack ID based on the information in table 122 (see FIG. 2). Then, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) determines whether the battery pack 320 complies with the battery regulations of the country of location by using the information in table 121 (see FIG. 2) and the battery information. For example, it is determined whether the ratio of the recycling material corresponding to the acquired battery information is equal to or higher than the minimum value of the ratio of the recycling material defined by the battery regulation information of the country of location. If the battery pack 320 complies with the battery regulations (Yes in S13), the processing of the battery information server 100 ends. If the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations (No in S13), the processing proceeds to step S14.

[0055] In step S14, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) determines whether the electric vehicle 300 is staying in the above country of location (the country corresponding to the battery regulation information in S13). For example, if the battery information server 100 has not newly received the notification in step S5, it determines that the electric vehicle 300 is staying in the above country of location. If the electric vehicle 300 is staying in the above country of location (Yes in S14), the processing proceeds to step S15. If the electric vehicle 300 is not staying in the above country of location (No in S14), the processing returns to step S10.

[0056] In step S15, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) determines whether the stay period of the electric vehicle 300 in the above-mentioned host country is one week or more. For example, when one week or more has elapsed since the battery information server 100 received the notification in step S5, it is determined that the stay period of the electric vehicle 300 in the above-mentioned host country is one week or more. If the stay period in the above-mentioned host country is one week or more (Yes in S15), the process proceeds to step S16. If the stay period in the above-mentioned host country is less than one week (No in S15), the process returns to step S14. Note that the determination criterion in step S15 does not have to be one week. As long as it is a period during which it can be determined that the electric vehicle 300 is temporarily staying in the host country due to travel or the like, a period other than one week may be the determination criterion.

[0057] In step S16, the battery information server 100 (processor 111) transmits, via the communication unit 130, information indicating that the battery pack 320 does not conform to the battery regulations to the electric vehicle 300. Note that the above information may be transmitted to the electric vehicle 300 via the smart center 200.

[0058] In step S17, the battery information server 100 (processor 111) transmits, via the communication unit 130, information on facilities where battery replacement with another battery pack conforming to the battery regulations of the host country is possible to the electric vehicle 300. Note that the above information may be transmitted to the electric vehicle 300 via the smart center 200. Note that the steps S9 to S17 are an example of the "notification method" of the present disclosure.

[0059] In step S18, the electric vehicle 300 displays each of the information in step S16 and the information in step S17 on the car navigation device 331 (see FIG. 4).

[0060] As shown in FIG. 4, on the display screen 331a of the car navigation device 331, a message 331b reading "The installed battery does not comply with the battery regulations of the country of location" is displayed. Further, on the display screen 331a, a code 331c corresponding to a facility where it is possible to replace the battery with another battery pack that complies with the battery regulations of the country of location is displayed. When the code 331c is selected by the user on the display screen 331a, the homepage of the above facility (the reservation screen for battery replacement at the above facility) or the like may be displayed. The above facility corresponding to the code 331c may be the facility located closest to the electric vehicle 300. Note that the code 331c may be, for example, a QR code (registered trademark) or a barcode.

[0061] Also, when the user uses the facility corresponding to the code 331c, an incentive may be given to the user. The incentive includes, for example, making the cost of battery replacement free (or discounted).

[0062] As described above, in the present embodiment, the battery information server 100 (processor 112) uses the battery regulation information preset for each country and the battery information of the battery pack 320 to determine whether the battery pack 320 complies with the battery regulations of the country corresponding to the position information of the electric vehicle 300. When it is determined that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations, the battery information server 100 (communication unit 130) transmits the above determination result to the electric vehicle 300. Thereby, it is possible to notify the user of the electric vehicle 300 using the battery pack 320 that does not comply with the battery regulations of the country of location that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations. As a result, it is possible to suppress the user from continuing to use the battery pack 320 that does not comply with the battery regulations. Thereby, it is possible to suppress the use of the battery pack 320 that does not satisfy the battery regulations in the usage area of the electric vehicle 300.

[0063] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which information on a facility where the battery pack 320 can be replaced is notified to the user together with the fact that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations (judgment result). However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. Only the fact that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations may be notified to the user.

[0064] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which the user is notified that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the electrical regulations information when the battery pack 320 is a non-genuine product. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. When the battery pack 320 is a non-genuine product, the user may be notified that the battery pack 320 is a non-genuine product or that the battery pack 320 is not registered in the battery information server 100.

[0065] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which the compatibility of the battery pack 320 is determined when the country (region) where the electric vehicle 300 is located changes. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. For example, the compatibility of the battery pack 320 may be determined each time the position information of the electric vehicle 300 is acquired.

[0066] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which when the electric vehicle 300 stays in a country (region) where the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations for one week (predetermined period) or more, the user is notified that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. At the timing when the electric vehicle 300 enters a country (region) where the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations, the user may be notified that the battery pack 320 does not comply with the battery regulations.

[0067] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which battery regulation information corresponding to each country (region) is stored in the memory 120 of the battery information server 100. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. The battery information server 100 may receive the above battery regulation information stored in the cloud from the cloud.

[0068] In the above embodiment, an example in which the navigation device 331 displays that the battery pack 320 does not comply with battery regulations has been shown, but the present disclosure is not limited to this. The fact that the battery pack 320 does not comply with battery regulations may be displayed on the user terminal 400. Note that the fact that the battery pack 320 does not comply with battery regulations may be displayed on both the navigation device 331 and the user terminal 400.

[0069] In the example shown in FIG. 5, a message 420 reading "The installed battery does not comply with the battery regulations of the country of location" is displayed on the display screen 410 of the user terminal 400. Further, a code 430 indicating information on a facility where battery replacement with another battery pack compliant with the battery regulations of the country of location is possible is displayed on the display screen 410.

[0070] In the above embodiment, an example in which the electric vehicle 300 is provided in the system 1 has been shown, but the present disclosure is not limited to this. Instead of the electric vehicle 300, the user terminal 400 may be provided in the system 1. In this case, the control of the electric vehicle 300 shown in FIG. 3 is executed by the user terminal 400.

[0071] In the above embodiment, an example in which it is determined whether the battery pack 320 that stores electric power for driving the electric vehicle 300 complies with battery regulations has been shown, but the present disclosure is not limited to this. It may be determined whether the auxiliary battery or the portable battery of the electric vehicle 300 complies with battery regulations.

[0072] In the above embodiment, an example in which it is determined whether the battery pack 320 complies with battery regulations has been shown, but the present disclosure is not limited to this. It may be determined whether each of the plurality of battery cells housed in the battery pack 320 complies with battery regulations. In this case, an individual ID is set for each battery cell.

[0073] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which the battery information server 100 determines whether the battery pack 320 complies with battery regulations. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. Whether the battery pack 320 complies with battery regulations may be determined by the ECU of the electric vehicle. In this case, the electric vehicle 300 may acquire battery regulation information corresponding to each country (region) from the outside.

[0074] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which it is determined whether the battery pack 320 complies with battery regulations preset for each country. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. For example, it may be determined whether the battery pack 320 complies with battery regulations set for different regions within one country.

[0075] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which information on the location of the battery pack is stored in the memory 120 of the battery information server 100. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. The information on the location of the battery pack may not be stored in the memory 120.

[0076] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which a notification indicating that the battery pack 320 does not comply with battery regulations and a notification of a battery exchange facility are displayed on the car navigation device 331. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. The above notification may be made by voice from a speaker or the like.

[0077] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which the system 1 includes the smart center 200 and the battery information server 100. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. The control system may include one server in which the smart center 200 and the battery information server 100 are integrated.

[0078] In the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which the battery pack ID is transmitted from the electric vehicle 300 to the battery information server 100. However, the present disclosure is not limited to this. The above battery information (for example, information on the usage ratio of recycled materials) may be transmitted from the electric vehicle 300 to the battery information server 100.

[0079] In the above-described embodiment, an example in which the processors 110, 111, and 112 that perform different controls are provided in the battery information server 100 has been shown, but the present disclosure is not limited thereto. For example, only a single processor capable of executing the controls of each of the processors 110, 111, and 112 may be provided in the battery information server.

[0080] Note that the controls of the above-described embodiment and the various modifications thereof may be executed in combination with each other.

[0081] The embodiments disclosed this time should be considered to be illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present disclosure is indicated by the claims rather than the description of the above-described embodiments, and it is intended that all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the claims be included.

Explanation of Reference Numerals

[0082] 1 System, 100 Battery Information Server (Control Device) (External Server), 110 Processor (First Processor), 110a Information Acquisition Unit, 111 Processor (Second Processor), 112 Processor (Third Processor), 120 Memory (Storage Unit), 130 Communication Unit, 300 Electric Vehicle (Vehicle), 320 Battery Pack (Battery), 400 User Terminal (Terminal).

Claims

1. A communication unit, a first processor including an information acquisition unit, a second processor for controlling the communication unit, and a third processor, comprising: The information acquisition unit acquires position information of the vehicle and battery information based on information of a battery mounted on the vehicle, The third processor determines whether the battery complies with the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information by using the information of the battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information, The communication unit is a control device that transmits the determination result by the third processor to at least one of the vehicle and a terminal owned by the user of the vehicle when it is determined that the battery does not comply with the battery regulations.

2. The communication unit according to claim 1, wherein the communication unit transmits, to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal, information on a facility where battery replacement with another battery that complies with the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information is possible, together with the determination result.

3. The control device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the third processor determines that the battery does not comply with the battery regulations when the battery mounted on the vehicle is a non-genuine product.

4. The control device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the third processor determines the compatibility between the battery and the battery regulations corresponding to the region after the change when the region corresponding to the position information changes.

5. The control device according to claim 4, wherein the communication unit transmits the determination result to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal when the vehicle stays in a region where the battery regulations that do not match the battery are defined for a predetermined period or longer.

6. The control device according to claim 1 or 2, further comprising a storage unit that stores information on the battery regulations corresponding to each region.

7. A system comprising the control device according to claim 1 or 2, and at least one of a vehicle and a terminal owned by the user of the vehicle, wherein the control device uses the information of the battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information based on the information of the battery mounted on the vehicle to determine whether the battery complies with the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information of the vehicle, and when it is determined that the battery does not comply with the battery regulations, transmits the determination result to at least one of the vehicle and the terminal.

8. An information acquisition unit that acquires vehicle position information and battery information based on information on a battery mounted on the vehicle; A determination unit that determines whether the battery complies with the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information by using information on battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information. An external server comprising the determination unit.

9. A step of acquiring vehicle position information; A step of acquiring battery information based on information on a battery mounted on the vehicle; A step of determining whether the battery complies with the battery regulations of the region corresponding to the position information by using information on battery regulations preset for each region and the battery information; A step of transmitting, to at least one of the vehicle and a terminal owned by a user of the vehicle, a determination result in the determination step when it is determined that the battery does not comply with the battery regulations. A notification method comprising the step.

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