Search and Aggregation Method for Battery Specifications

Abstract

To provide a system for testing batteries.SOLUTION: The system for testing batteries comprises: a battery tester comprising a tester scanner or camera for capturing an obtained battery identifier, and a tester network hardware for transmitting the obtained battery identifier; and a server comprising a database having data comprising at least one historic battery identifier and associated historic battery characteristic, and configured to compare the data with the obtained battery identifier; where the battery tester is configured to capture a battery identifier from a battery and transmit the battery identifier to the server.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Cross - Reference to Related Applications This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 553,640, filed on Sep. 1, 2017, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0002] This application relates to the field of batteries. More particularly, this application relates to battery identification.

Background Art

[0003] Battery testers, particularly battery testers for secondary batteries, are known. Secondary batteries for use in vehicles, in particular, can be purchased from retailers such as automotive dealerships or large - scale stores. These same retailers may also be able to test the batteries. Today, thousands of unique brand batteries are sold in the United States. Branding can be the result of a unique brand name associated with a particular retailer. Therefore, batteries having the same group size may be sold under several different brand names. In addition, batteries with the same group name may have multiple performance ratings.

[0004] At many retailers, the performance rating of a battery may be used to distinguish brand names. Thus, a battery with a lower Cold Crank Ampere (CCA) rating may be sold as a value brand, and a battery with the same group size but a higher CCA rating may be sold as a quality or premium brand. In this way, a particular group size, such as 24F, for example, may be sold under different brand names. For example, a 450 CCA 24F battery can be sold as a value brand, a 600 CCA 24F can be sold as a quality brand, and a 750 CC 24F can be sold as a premium brand. Retailers typically distinguish each of these products by registering a unique product Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) or Universal Product Code (UPC) for each product or other identification system.

[0005] When the battery returns to the retailer (e.g., when the consumer brings in the battery due to a vehicle problem), often the retailer has battery test equipment that can be used to determine the battery's soundness. The battery test equipment can obtain various parameters regarding the battery that are useful for determining the battery's soundness. One parameter is the battery's rated CCA.

[0006] Known battery test equipment used by retailers is typically used by technicians. With known battery test equipment, it is usually necessary to input specific data related to the battery to be tested. For example, the cold crank ampere (CCA) of the battery manufacturer's specifications (e.g., the predicted CCA of a new battery) can be printed on the side of the battery. Usually, the technician needs to input that CCA into the tester. In addition, the technician may also need to input additional information such as the group size and reserve capacity of the manufacturer's specifications (e.g., the predicted reserve capacity of a new battery), which may be provided on the side of the battery as well. The UPC or SKU can be accessed by scanning the battery or can also be entered manually.

[0007] Unfortunately, errors are prone to occur when entering manually. For example, if the technician mistypes the information, it can lead to incorrect data regarding the battery type. In addition, battery identifiers such as UPCs and SKUs may vary across retailers, making it difficult to purely identify the battery by (substantially unique) identifiers such as UPCs and SKUs. For example, if a customer brings a battery purchased at a large retailer to an auto parts store, the identifier (such as UPC or SKU) may not be used for battery identification. Therefore, if the CCA, group size, and reserve capacity are not entered accurately, it can be difficult to replace the battery with the appropriate battery.

[0008] In addition, since identifiers such as SKUs and UPCs vary among retailers of batteries of similar group sizes (among other functions), it can be difficult for battery producers to track market trends without relying on reports from individual retailers.

[0009] What is needed are systems and methods for overcoming these deficiencies. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION MEANS FOR SOLVING THE PROBLEM

[0010] Accordingly, an improved battery specification and search system is disclosed.

[0011] Disclosed is a battery testing system comprising a battery tester including a tester scanner or camera for capturing an acquired battery identifier and a tester network hardware for transmitting the acquired battery identifier, and a server having data including at least one historical battery identifier and related historical battery characteristics and configured to compare the acquired battery identifier with the data, wherein the battery tester is configured to capture a battery identifier from a battery and transmit the battery identifier to the server. Further disclosed is a battery testing system comprising a battery having a battery identifier and battery characteristics. Further disclosed is a battery testing system wherein the battery tester further comprises test hardware. Further disclosed is a battery testing system wherein the battery identifier is displayed on the battery as a battery identifier name including a two-dimensional barcode, a QR code (registered trademark), an SKU barcode, or a UPC barcode. Further disclosed is a battery testing system wherein the battery tester is configured to use a scanner or camera to capture the battery identifier using the battery identifier name.

[0012] Disclosed is a method for testing a battery, including obtaining a battery identifier using a battery tester, sending the battery identifier to a server, checking whether the battery identifier is in a database of battery identifier data on the server, associating the battery identifier with battery data if the battery identifier is in the database on the server, sending the battery data to the tester, inputting the battery data into the tester, and performing a battery test using the battery tester. Further disclosed is a method for testing a battery, including prompting a user to manually input battery data to create new battery data if the battery identifier is not in the database on the server. Further disclosed is a method for testing a battery, including adding the new battery data to the database. Further disclosed is a method for testing a battery, including obtaining battery test data using a battery tester, comparing the battery test data with the battery data, and generating a result.

[0013] Disclosed is a system for providing a battery health diagnosis, wherein a battery tester including a scanner or camera, a display, test hardware, and network hardware communicates with a server, and the battery tester includes battery identifier data and battery characteristic data. Further disclosed is a system for testing a battery, which further includes a battery including an individual battery identifier and an individual battery characteristic. Further disclosed is a system for testing a battery, wherein the tester captures an individual battery identifier of the battery using a scanner or camera and transmits the individual battery identifier of the battery to the server using the tester network hardware. Further disclosed is a system for testing a battery, wherein the server compares the individual battery identifier of the battery with server battery identifier data. Further disclosed is a system for testing a battery, wherein the battery test hardware captures the health of the battery.

[0014] The system may permit logging of identifier data to provide the tester with the necessary information. For example, in various embodiments, a technician can use the tester to scan a SKU barcode or UPC barcode (or other machine-readable optical label such as a QR code (registered trademark) or 2D barcode), the tester can provide an identifier such as a SKU / UPC to a database, and if a SKU / UPC exists, then battery information (e.g., CCA, group size, reserve capacity) can then be provided to the tester. Previously, the system was prone to the above errors, but this system can facilitate a timely and accurate battery test.

[0015] In addition, the system can enable machine learning and improve the accuracy of data over time as the system is repeatedly used. For example, if the identifier (SKU / UPC) is not part of the database or additional data regarding the identifier (SKU / UPC) is needed in the database, the tester may request the technician to input the necessary information.

[0016] The system may also enable timely information regarding specific usage characteristics across battery types, regardless of the retailer's SKU / UPC / identifier. This can enable current information regarding the market needs for specific battery types.

[0017] These and other features and advantages of the devices, systems, and methods according to this invention are described or will be apparent from the following detailed description of various examples of the embodiments.

[0018] Various examples of embodiments of the systems, devices, and methods according to this invention will be described in detail with reference to the following figures.

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[0020] It should be understood that the drawings are not necessarily to scale. In certain examples, details that are not necessary for understanding the invention or that make it difficult to perceive other details may be omitted. Of course, it should be understood that the invention is not necessarily limited to the specific embodiments shown herein.

Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0021] Referring to FIG. 1, a diagram of the components of the system and method 101 of this specification and their interactions according to various examples of the embodiments is disclosed. A battery 103, a battery tester 131, and a cloud server 181 are all shown. Although three components are shown, additional components should be considered to be within the scope of this disclosure. The battery tester 103 can be used to scan an identifier name (such as an SKU barcode or UPC barcode, but may also include a 2D barcode or QR code (registered trademark)) provided to a battery that can provide an identifier (which can be an SKU code / number, UPC code / number, etc.). The battery tester 131 may include hardware suitable for performing a standard battery health test, as well as unique and novel components described herein. In various embodiments, the tester 131 may be equipped with a scanner (e.g., a barcode scanner) or a camera 133. The scanner or camera 133 can be accessed, for example, by interacting with a user interface that may be provided on a display 135. The scanner or camera 133 can be used by a technician or other user of the battery tester 131 to obtain the identifier / SKU or UPC 105 provided on the battery 103 (e.g., by scanning an identifier name on the battery such as a barcode having an SKU or UPC number, a 2D barcode, a QR code (registered trademark), etc.).

[0022] The obtained SKU or UPC number (identifier 105) may be provided by the tester 131 to a cloud server (or other suitable data storage and analysis mechanism) 181. Accordingly, the tester 131 may further include a data transmission mechanism (network hardware 139). For example, the tester 131 may include a wireless Internet module or other hardware and software for accessing the network 139. In various embodiments, the network hardware 139 comprises a wired connection.

[0023] In various embodiments, the tester 131 may communicate with the server 181. In various embodiments, the server 181 may be a cloud storage device or a cloud server. Alternatively, the server 181 may comprise a local server or a storage device. The server 181 may be provided with a database capable of storing data 183. The server 181 (or other suitable mechanism) may further send information back to the tester 131.

[0024] In addition, the tester 131 may comprise test hardware 137 that can be used in a manner similar to known battery test hardware to obtain the actual battery health (tested battery data). In other words, the battery test hardware 137 on the tester 131 may be connected to the battery 103 (e.g., to the battery terminals via a known mechanism) to test the actual battery health.

[0025] The server 181 may be configured to receive information from the battery tester 131, for example, via network hardware similar to the mechanisms described above. The server 181 may further include data 183 that may include battery identifiers 105 and battery characteristics 107 across various batteries 103. In various embodiments, these may be understood as existing or previous battery identifiers 105, and existing or previous battery characteristics 107. In other words, the server can accommodate data 183 regarding a number of batteries 103 and battery types, and can correlate the battery identifier 105 (e.g., SKU / UPC) with the battery characteristics 107 (e.g., battery specifications such as the CCA, CA, or AH of the battery, which may represent the manufacturer's battery specifications).

[0026] The present disclosure relates to a battery tester 131 that can assist in reducing the preventive maintenance and warranty costs of a battery 103. Since all batteries are usually sold with a UPC or SKU (identifier 105), the database 183 can collect all relevant battery specifications based on the identifier 105 (UPC) on the battery. When the battery identifier 105 (e.g., UPC barcode, QR code (registered trademark), SKU barcode, two-dimensional barcode) embodied by the battery identifier name on the battery 103 is scanned (e.g., using a tester 131 having a scanner / camera 133) during testing, the user may pre-enter battery specification information (e.g., data 107) (such as CCA or CA or AH of the battery) into the test tool.

[0027] Referring to FIG. 2, an algorithm or workflow 201 of the operation of the system and method herein according to various examples of the embodiments is shown. In various embodiments, the algorithm can be executed by several system components, such as those shown in FIG. 1, but is not limited thereto.

[0028] First, in step S203, the user can bring the battery 103 into the battery tester 131 (e.g., if the battery owner has experienced vehicle performance problems suspected to be caused by the battery). The battery tester 131 may be provided by a battery vendor, such as an auto parts store or other retailer. The tester 131 may be operated by a technician. In step S205, the technician (or other battery tester operator) can scan or capture the battery SKU / UPC barcode, QR code (registered trademark), 2d barcode, etc. (in other words, the battery identifier name). In various embodiments, the tester 131 can scan or capture the battery identifier name (such as SKU or UPC barcode) and can embody the identifier 105 so as to obtain the identifier 105 using a camera or barcode reader 133.

[0029] In step S205, the tester 131 can interpret or otherwise identify that the scanned item (e.g., SKU or UPC barcode, 2d barcode, QR code (registered trademark)) is the SKU or UPC (battery identifier) 105. In various embodiments, the software provided to the battery tester 103 to scan or capture the SKU / UPC may be programmed to understand the scanned or captured data as the SKU / UPC / identifier 105.

[0030] In step S207, the battery SKU or UPC (identifier 105) can then be transmitted by the tester 131 to the cloud database or cloud server 181 (or a similar device for performing the functions disclosed herein) using, for example, a data transmission mechanism provided in the scanner 131. In step S209, the SKU or UPC (identifier 105) can be used to query a database of battery characteristics (data 183). The server 181 can evaluate the SKU / UPC (identifier 105) and determine the most likely battery 103 previously entered into the database 183. The associated battery characteristics 107 of that particular battery 103 can be obtained. For example, the SKU or UPC (identifier 105) can be associated with the manufacturer's specifications of CCA (Cold Crank Ampere), CA (Crank Ampere), AH (Ampere Hour), internal battery resistance parameters, brand, group size, etc.

[0031] If the SKU or UPC (identifier 105) is not found, or if the SKU or UPC (identifier 105) cannot be correlated with the data 183 with sufficient reliability (e.g., if insufficient data points are obtained), the data may not be returned to the tester 131. In various embodiments, the system may search for the SKU / UPC that matches the obtained value. If the SKU / UPC (identifier 105) does not exist, the system 201, e.g., the server 181, may return an error or may not return the value to the tester 103.

[0032] In step S211, if an appropriate battery 103 and related parameters or characteristics 107 are found as part of the data 183, the obtained parameters / characteristics 107 may, in various embodiments, be sent back to the test device. If the characteristics 107 are returned to the tester 103, the parameters / characteristics 107 can be input into the tester 103. This can, in various embodiments, be an alternative to manual input. In other words, the systems 101, 201 can reduce the need for the tester operator to directly input parameters into the test device 103. In various embodiments, in step S211, all or fewer than all of the parameters may be returned. In various embodiments, the fields that can be input may include the brand, group size, CCA, CA, internal battery resistance parameters, and / or ampere hours (reflecting all battery characteristics 105). The technician can review the data provided to the tester 103 and make changes as necessary. If a change is needed (e.g., if the entered CCA is incorrect), the change can be sent back to the server 181. The change may be considered an additional data point for the system. The data point can be used for future tests (e.g., as data 183).

[0033] Alternatively, if the SKU / UPC (identifier 105) is not found, the value on the tester 103 may not be (automatically) input by the system 101. Thus, the technician may be prompted to input data regarding the battery 105 (characteristic 107). In various embodiments, the user may be prompted to input equivalent information (e.g., characteristic 105) regarding a known battery 103. The technician may, in various embodiments, provide all or less than all of the information prompted by the tester 103. The data (characteristic 107) may be input into the tester by a known input mechanism. The information (characteristic 107) as well as the SKU / UPC (identifier 105) may be transmitted by the tester 131 to the server 181 and input into the database as a future data point for testing.

[0034] Next, in step S213, the tester operator (technician) can test the battery 103 using the input parameters (characteristic 107) (regardless of whether the parameters are input manually or automatically). Known mechanisms for testing the battery (e.g., evaluation of battery capacity or soundness) can be used. In various embodiments, the test may be performed regardless of whether the information is input manually or automatically. After the battery test is performed, in step S215, the tester 131 may present the battery soundness evaluation to the user, for example, using the display 135. In various embodiments, this may include a comparison of the tested value to the soundness value of the input battery (the soundness value of the battery if new) (i.e., the battery characteristic 107 that can be stored in the database 183 of the server 181).

[0035] The systems and methods of this specification may use machine learning to evaluate the quality of data provided in a database. In other words, the system only needs to hold the values of the battery attributes that are within the predicted parameters. For example, server 181 may not provide values to the tester until sufficient data points (server data 183) within a specific range are obtained. As one non-limiting example, an operator may need to manually enter data until several data points (tests by manual entry) within a specific tolerance range (i.e., amperes, group size number regardless of the case) are collected. The system may filter out outliers to obtain data at a specific level of reliability. In various embodiments, the values may conform to a normal distribution. There may be a confidence value associated with the UPC / SKU battery characteristic 107. The confidence value can determine whether the system returns the battery characteristic value when an information request (i.e., a scan from the battery tester) is made.

[0036] Customers can have technicians a: Check the new batteries on the shelf, b: Evaluate the soundness of the battery removed from the vehicle by the customer, and / or c: Evaluate the soundness of the battery that the customer drives with in the vehicle to be tested. In several situations including these, the systems and methods of this specification can be used.

[0037] Although specific parameters are listed in this specification, various additional information such as location (which can provide information about the environment), vehicle, vendor, manufacturer, any other code provided on the battery, etc., can be useful for obtaining information about the battery. In various embodiments, the tester may also include location data such as GPS. In one or more examples, GPS can be used to identify the vendor or store.

[0038] It should be understood that while the SKU or UPC itself may not contain battery information (e.g., battery CCA), it may instead contain a unique identifier. In various embodiments, group size, reserve capacity, and CCA can be known metrics for battery testing. The systems and methods herein can enable the acquisition of metrics and other battery data and correlation with SKUs or UPCs.

[0039] The systems and methods herein have various advantages. For example, currently, there is no known centralized repository for tracking all batteries having a particular battery attribute. Additionally, based on market needs for a particular group size and CCA rating, the number of UPC / SKUs and battery parameters can change over time. Managing and maintaining this data (repository, parameter changes, etc.) up-to-date can be a huge task for an individual to keep up-to-date. By using the present systems and methods, by leveraging a test device with a field scan UPC or SKU of a battery, in various embodiments, the database can be self-intelligent, and in various embodiments, mathematical methods can be used to determine the most likely battery SKU / test parameters for each test. By using this technology, tester accuracy can be improved using the collective knowledge of all users performing tests on the test device. In known techniques, there may be a reliance on only one user to correctly input data into the test device. In contrast, the systems and methods disclosed herein can leverage the collective knowledge of all users of the test device to properly input the test device. The system may self-correct and may be able to converge to the correct answer from correcting incorrect or incomplete data that may be the result of manual input by a technician.

[0040] Note that references to relative positions (e.g., "upper" and "lower") in this specification are used only to identify various elements as oriented in the figures. It should be recognized that the orientation of a particular component can vary significantly depending on the application in which it is used.

[0041] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "coupled" means that two members are joined directly or indirectly to each other. Such a joining may be essentially stationary or essentially movable. Such a joining may be achieved by two members, or two members and any additional intermediate members, being integrally formed as a single body with each other, or by two members, or two members and any additional intermediate members, being attached to each other. Such a joining may be essentially permanent or may be essentially removable or releasable.

[0042] It is also important to note that the structures and arrangements of the systems, methods, and devices shown in the various examples of the embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only some embodiments have been described in detail in this disclosure, those skilled in the art who consider this disclosure will be able to make many modifications (e.g., variations in the sizes, dimensions, structures, shapes, and ratios of various elements, values of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials, colors, orientations, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the recited subject matter. For example, elements shown as being integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts, or elements where multiple parts may be integrally formed are shown, the operation of the interface can be reversed or otherwise changed, the length or width of the structure and / or members or connectors or other elements of the system can be changed, and the nature or number of adjustment positions provided between elements can be changed (e.g., by variations in the number or size of engagement slots or the type of engagement). The order or sequence of any algorithm, process, or method steps can be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. Similarly, some of the algorithms or method steps described can be omitted, and / or other steps can be added. Without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention, other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions can be made in the designs, operating conditions, and arrangements of the various examples of the embodiments.

[0043] The invention has been described in relation to the examples of the embodiments outlined above, but various alternatives, modifications, variations, improvements, and / or substantially equivalent ones will become apparent to at least those skilled in the art, whether known or currently foreseeable. Accordingly, the examples of the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative rather than limiting, as described above. Various changes can be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the present invention is intended to encompass all known or previously developed alternatives, modifications, variations, improvements, and / or substantially equivalent ones.

[0044] The technical effects and technical problems described in this specification are illustrative and not limiting. Note that the embodiments described in this specification may have other technical effects and can solve other technical problems.

[0045] The method aspects described in this specification are implemented on a software system that runs on a computer system. For this purpose, the method and system can be implemented in or in relation to a general-purpose software package or a special-purpose software package. As a specific non-limiting example, the device can be a battery tester that communicates with a cloud storage database and / or a mobile device.

[0046] The software system described in this specification may include a mixture of different source codes. The system or method of this specification can be operated by computer-executable instructions such as, but not limited to, program modules executable on a computer. Examples of program modules include, but are not limited to, routines, programs, objects, components, data structures, etc. that perform specific tasks or implement specific instructions. The software system may also be operable to support the transfer of information within a network.

[0047] The description may include specific devices or computers, but it should be understood that the system and / or method can be implemented by any suitable device(s) having appropriate computing means. This may include a programmable dedicated computer or a general-purpose computer that executes the system according to relevant instructions. The computer system or portable electronic device can be an embedded system, a personal computer, a notebook computer, a server computer, a mainframe, a network computer, a workstation, a handheld computer, and mobile devices such as, for example, a personal digital assistant, a mobile phone, a smartphone, a tablet computer, a mobile scanning device, etc., that are currently known or will be developed in the future. Other computer system configurations for use with a communication system, including but not limited to a multiprocessor system, a microprocessor-based or programmable electronic device, a network personal computer, a minicomputer, a smartwatch, etc., are also contemplated. Preferably, the selected computing system includes a processor suitable for the efficient operation of one or more of the various systems or functions or attributes of the described communication system.

[0048] The system or a part thereof can also be linked to a distributed computing environment in which tasks are executed by remote processing devices linked via a communication network. For this purpose, the system can be configured or linked to multiple computers within a network including but not limited to a local area network, a wide area network, a wireless network, and the Internet. Therefore, information, content, and data can be transferred within the network or system by wireless means, a wired connection, or a combination thereof. Accordingly, the devices described herein communicate according to currently known or future-developed paths including but not limited to wired, wireless, and fiber optic channels.

[0049] In one or more examples of the embodiments, data can be stored remotely (and retrieved by the application), or locally on the user's device in a suitable storage medium. The data storage can be in volatile or non-volatile memory. The data can be stored on a suitable computer-readable medium including read-only memory, random access memory, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, magnetic tape, flash drive, and other optical data storage devices. The data can be stored and transmitted by and within the system in any suitable format. Any source code or other language suitable for achieving the desired functions described herein may be acceptable for use.

[0050] Furthermore, one or more computers or portable electronic devices can be operably or functionally connected to one or more mass storage devices such as, but not limited to, a host-based database or cloud-based storage.

[0051] The system may also include a computer-readable medium that can include any computer-readable medium or media that can be used to carry or store desired program code accessible by a computer. The present invention can also be embodied as computer-readable code on a computer-readable medium. For this purpose, the computer-readable medium can be any data storage device that can store data. The computer-readable medium can also be distributed over a network-coupled computer system so that the computer-readable code is stored and executed in a distributed fashion.

Claims

1. 1. A system for testing a battery, comprising: a tester scanner or camera for obtaining a battery identifier from the battery; a battery tester including tester network hardware for transmitting the obtained battery identifier; a database including at least one battery identifier and a plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier, the database including a plurality of past data entry instances corresponding to a battery characteristic correlated to an associated one of the at least one battery identifier; and a server configured to compare the retrieved battery identifier with the plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier to determine a battery data point among the plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier previously entered into the database that is most likely to correlate with the retrieved battery identifier; the battery tester is configured to acquire a battery identifier from a battery, transmit the battery identifier to the server, acquire from the server a battery data point among the plurality of data points that is most likely to be correlated with the acquired battery identifier, and perform a battery test using the battery data point; the database stores confidence values ​​associated with battery characteristics, and identifying battery data points that are most likely to correlate with the obtained battery identifier based on the stored confidence values. system.

2. The system of claim 1 further comprising a battery having a battery identifier and a battery characteristic.

3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the battery tester further comprises test hardware.

4. 3. The system of claim 2, wherein the battery identifier is displayed on the battery as a battery identifier designation comprising a two-dimensional barcode, a QR code, an SKU barcode, or a UPC barcode.

5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the battery tester is configured to use a scanner or camera to obtain the battery identifier using the battery identifier name.

6. 2. The system of claim 1, further comprising: if there is no battery data point that is most likely to correlate with the obtained battery identifier, the battery tester prompts a user to manually enter battery data to create new battery data, and the server adds the battery data to a database as a new data point.

7. 1. A method for testing a battery, comprising: a battery tester obtaining a battery identifier from the battery; the battery tester transmitting the obtained battery identifier to a server; the server verifying whether the obtained battery identifier is in a database of battery identifier data on the server, the database including at least one battery identifier and a plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier, each of the plurality of data points including a plurality of past data entry instances corresponding to a battery characteristic correlated to an associated one of the at least one battery identifier; determining, by the server, if the acquired battery identifier is in the database on the server, a battery data point from among the plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier previously entered into the database that is most likely to correlate with the acquired battery identifier; the server transmitting the battery data points to the battery tester and inputting the battery data points into the battery tester; the battery tester performing a battery test using the battery data points; the database stores confidence values ​​associated with battery characteristics, and identifying battery data points that are most likely to correlate with the obtained battery identifier based on the stored confidence values. method.

8. 8. The method of claim 7, further comprising the battery tester prompting a user to manually enter battery data to create new battery data if the obtained battery identifier is not on the database on the server.

9. The method of claim 8 , further comprising the server adding the new battery data to the database as a new battery data point.

10. The method of claim 7 , further comprising: the battery tester obtaining battery test data; and the server comparing the battery test data with the battery data points to generate results.

11. 1. A system for providing battery health diagnostics, comprising: a battery tester including a scanner or camera for obtaining a battery identifier from a battery, a display, battery test hardware for performing battery tests, and tester network hardware for transmitting the obtained battery identifier; The battery tester, configured to store battery identifier data and battery characteristic data; a database including at least one battery identifier and a plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier, each of the plurality of data points including a plurality of past data entry instances corresponding to a battery characteristic correlated to an associated one of the at least one battery identifier; and configured to communicate with a server configured to compare the retrieved battery identifier with the plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier to determine a battery data point among the plurality of data points associated with each of the at least one battery identifier previously entered into the database that is most likely to correlate with the retrieved battery identifier; acquiring a battery identifier from the battery, transmitting the battery identifier to the server, acquiring from the server a battery data point among the plurality of data points that is most likely to correlate with the acquired battery identifier, and performing a battery test using the battery data point; the database stores confidence values ​​associated with battery characteristics, and identifying battery data points that are most likely to correlate with the obtained battery identifier based on the stored confidence values. system.

12. The system of claim 11 further comprising a battery comprising a battery identifier and a battery characteristic.

13. The system of claim 12 , wherein the battery tester obtains the battery identifier using the scanner or camera and transmits the battery identifier to the server using the tester network hardware.

14. The system of claim 13 , wherein the server compares the battery identifier to server battery identifier data.

15. The system of claim 11 , wherein the battery test hardware obtains a battery health characteristic.

16. 13. The system of claim 12, wherein the battery identifier is displayed on the battery as a battery identifier designation comprising a two-dimensional barcode, a QR code, an SKU barcode, or a UPC barcode.

17. 17. The system of claim 16, wherein the battery tester is configured to use a scanner or camera to obtain the battery identifier using the battery identifier name.

18. 12. The system of claim 11, further comprising: if there is no battery data point that is most likely to correlate with the obtained battery identifier, the battery tester prompts a user to manually enter battery data to create new battery data, and the server adds the battery data to a database as a new data point.

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