Workhorse Group has been granted a patent for an electric delivery truck control system. The system uses sensors to detect operation parameters and control inputs, adjusting the truck’s operation to stay within power storage limits. It also includes features to generate and store energy from kinetic energy when operating below certain thresholds. GlobalData’s report on Workhorse Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Workhorse Group, HEV energy management was a key innovation area identified from patents. Workhorse Group's grant share as of May 2024 was 17%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Electric delivery truck control system for managing operation parameters
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11975720B2) discloses an electric delivery truck control system designed to automatically manage various operation parameters of an electric delivery truck as it operates. The system includes a multitude of sensors to detect operation parameters, an electric vehicle electronic control unit (EV-ECU) to process control inputs and acceleration data, and an operation parameter controller to adjust the truck's operation within set thresholds. The system can deactivate and activate electric motors based on acceleration levels, store energy generated during operation, and adjust power provided to the motor based on topography, all aimed at optimizing power consumption and efficiency during delivery routes.
Furthermore, the system incorporates visual detection parameters, such as identifying objects in the truck's path and monitoring lane deviation, to enhance safety and efficiency. It can also detect speed limits from road signs and automatically adjust the truck's speed to comply. Additionally, the system includes features to manage accelerator pedal adjustments, adapt to changing topography, and optimize battery efficiency by adjusting power consumption based on real-time data. Overall, the patented system aims to improve the performance, safety, and energy efficiency of electric delivery trucks during operation on various roadways.
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