Renault has been granted a patent for a shared vehicle management system that utilizes a server to coordinate vehicle requests from multiple users. The system includes features for setting travel plans, managing boarding locations, and adjusting waiting times based on user presence and reservations. GlobalData’s report on Renault 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 Renault, Battery management systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Renault's grant share as of June 2024 was 65%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Shared vehicle management system with autonomous travel planning

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Renault SA

The patent US12039468B2 describes a shared vehicle management system designed to optimize the use of vehicles through a server-based architecture. The system includes a server that manages vehicle requests from multiple users, utilizing a database to store these requests. Each user is equipped with terminal devices that feature GPS receivers to relay their current positions to the server. The system also incorporates onboard devices in vehicles, which similarly track and communicate the vehicle's location. The server is responsible for processing vehicle requests, determining available vehicles, and establishing travel plans that include boarding locations for users. It can autonomously command vehicles to follow specified routes and manage waiting times based on user presence and travel plans.

Additionally, the system is capable of adjusting waiting times based on various factors, including user schedules and real-time traffic or weather information. If a user is not present at the boarding location when the vehicle arrives, the server can calculate the required arrival time for the user and compare it to the set waiting time. Depending on this comparison, the server can issue commands for the vehicle to either wait or depart. The system also allows for the possibility of rerouting to another available vehicle if the original vehicle's waiting time exceeds the user's required arrival time. Overall, the patent outlines a comprehensive framework for managing shared vehicle usage efficiently, enhancing user experience through real-time adjustments and autonomous vehicle capabilities.

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