Telematics Backup Battery Control for Vehicle Power Loss
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Solution Overview
Problem
Onboard telematic monitoring devices in telematics systems are dependent on vehicle power, leading to interruptions and inaccuracies in data collection and communication when power is lost or the connection is unstable.
Innovation Solution
A battery device with control circuitry that operates in multiple modes to provide power to telematic monitoring devices and peripherals, including charging, full power, low power, and disconnection modes, using data from sensors like ignition, voltage, acceleration, and audio to determine vehicle state and adjust power provisioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If telematic monitoring devices are powered directly from the vehicle, then the device complexity is reduced, but the reliability of data collection and communication is compromised when vehicle power is lost or connection is unstable
Solution Approach 1:
The battery device performs preliminary charging actions during normal operation when the vehicle is running. The control circuitry charges the battery from vehicle power in advance, so that when power is lost or connection becomes unstable, the pre-charged battery can immediately take over without interruption to data collection and communication
Solution Approach 2:
The battery device acts as an intermediary power supply between the vehicle and the telematic monitoring device. The control circuitry manages power flow from three sources (vehicle, battery, and external charging) through switching circuitry, selecting appropriate power sources based on vehicle state and connection status to ensure continuous operation
2Adaptability or versatility
If the battery device operates in multiple power modes, then the adaptability to different vehicle states is improved, but the device complexity increases due to multiple operational modes and control logic
Solution Approach 1:
The control circuitry dynamically switches between different operational modes (charging mode, full power mode, low power mode, disconnection mode) based on real-time vehicle state detection. Sensors monitor ignition status, voltage levels, and acceleration to determine when to transition between modes, allowing the system to adapt to changing conditions without requiring complex manual configuration
Solution Approach 2:
The control circuitry continuously monitors vehicle state through sensors (ignition sensor, voltage sensor, acceleration sensor) and uses this feedback to automatically adjust power provisioning. The system detects vehicle motion and electrical state, then responds by selecting appropriate power modes, creating a closed-loop control system that adapts to vehicle conditions
3Use of energy by moving object
If the battery charges continuously when vehicle power is available, then the energy storage capacity is maximized, but the loss of time for actual telematics operation increases due to charging cycles
Solution Approach 1:
The charging operation continues in the background during normal vehicle operation without interrupting telematics data collection and communication. The control circuitry manages power distribution to simultaneously charge the battery and maintain telematics operations, ensuring that charging occurs during idle electrical capacity periods without sacrificing operational time
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Ensures continuous operation of telematic monitoring devices even when vehicle power is unavailable, maintaining data collection and communication integrity by switching to backup power modes based on vehicle state.
Implementation Method 1
the battery device including control circuitry and at least one battery
Data Source
AI summary
Vehicles can employ onboard telematic monitoring devices to collect vehicle and operation data, such as for improved vehicle fleet management. Such telematic monitoring devices are dependent on power from a vehicle, such that data collection and communication can be interrupted if a telematic monitoring device is disconnected or has a poor connection. The present disclosure relates to battery devices, which provide power to telematic devices as needed in order to maintain data collection and communication, or other more limited functionality. The present disclosure also relates to systems including battery devices, and methods for operating battery devices.