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System And Method For Operating A Vehicle

Abstract: ABSTRACT Vehicle and Method of Operating a Vehicle The present invention provides a system (100) and a method (300) for operating a vehicle (10). The vehicle (10) comprises a control unit (108) communicably coupled to an electrical unit (102), an energy storage unit (104) and one or more sensing devices (106). The control unit (108) is configured to receive information pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user from the one or more sensing devices (106). The control unit (108) is configured to determine an operating mode of the electrical unit (102) and supply according to determined operating mode, a current from energy storage unit (104) to operate the electrical unit (102). Reference Figure 1

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Application #
Filing Date
15 March 2024
Publication Number
38/2025
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
ELECTRICAL
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
“Chaitanya” No.12 Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu - 600006 India

Inventors

1. ANUSHA JAMI
TVS Motor Company Limited “Chaitanya” No 12 Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India
2. ARAVINDA PRASAD ARUMUGAM
TVS Motor Company Limited “Chaitanya” No 12 Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India
3. SUNIL KUMAR CHIPPA
TVS Motor Company Limited “Chaitanya” No 12 Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India
4. ZANPURE CHAITANYA RAJENDRA
TVS Motor Company Limited “Chaitanya” No 12 Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] The present invention relates to a system and a method for operating the vehicle, more particularly, it relates to an autonomous low-speed torque assist system for electric vehicles.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] Vehicles such as electric vehicles do not include clutch-based system like conventional vehicles. Particularly, electric vehicles use motor which does not require the intervention of the clutch-based system. The lack of clutch-based system and the vehicle control being entirely dependent upon the throttle input makes it difficult for user to achieve smooth and precise low-speed movements. The user can be subject to hardships and challenges especially in the parking-lots or navigating through congested traffic further effecting ease of driving for the user. The hardships and challenges faced by the user lead to potential safety concerns such as failure to achieve smooth low-speed movements contributing to situations where drivers may feel less in control and thus potentially rising safety concerns. Further, situations such as managing hill starts or inclines can also be challenging for the user without the aid of a clutch-based system potentially causing difficulty in maintaining control during inclined manoeuvres.
[003] In view of the above, there is a need for a system and method for operating a vehicle to overcome one or more limitations stated above.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[004] Reference will be made to embodiments of the invention, examples of which may be illustrated in accompanying figures. These figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting. Although the invention is generally described in context of these embodiments, it should be understood that it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to these particular embodiments.
Figures 1 and 2 are schematic block diagrams of a system for operating a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a method flowchart for operating the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[005] In one aspect, the present invention relates to a system for operating a vehicle. The vehicle comprises an electrical unit connected to an energy storage unit. Further the vehicle includes one or more sensing devices adapted to obtain a data pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by the user. Furthermore, the vehicle includes a control unit communicably coupled to the energy storage unit, the electrical unit and the one or more sensing devices. The control unit is configured to receive, by the one or more sensing devices, the data pertaining to the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user. The control unit is further configured to determine an operating mode of the electrical unit based on the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user. Furthermore, the control unit is configured to determine a current to be provided from the energy storage unit to the electrical unit based on the operating mode of the electrical unit and supply the current to the electrical unit to power the vehicle.
[006] In an embodiment, the electrical unit comprises a motor for supplying motive force to wheels of the vehicle.
[007] In an embodiment, the one or more sensing devices comprises a first position sensor adapted to obtain a data pertaining to a position of gear of the vehicle, a speed sensor adapted to obtain a data pertaining to rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle, a pressure sensor adapted to determine a pressure on a seat of the vehicle, a brake switch adapted to obtain a data pertaining to the pressing of a brake of the vehicle and a second position sensor adapted to obtain a data pertaining to a throttle opening percentage activated by a user of the vehicle.
[008] In an embodiment, one or more vehicle operating parameters comprises the position of gear of the vehicle, the rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle and the pressure on the seat of the vehicle.
[009] In an embodiment, the one or more inputs provided by the user comprises information relating to a throttle input requested by the user and a brake input provided by the user.
[010] In a further embodiment, the control unit being configured to operate the electrical device in electrical unit in any one of modes. The mode comprises a normal mode, wherein the electrical unit is configured to supply a current output from the energy storage unit powering vehicle corresponding to the throttle input, a creep mode, wherein the electrical unit is configured to receive a pre-set current from the energy storage unit powering the vehicle, when no throttle input is provided, and a dynamic creep mode, wherein the electrical unit is configured to receive based upon the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user, a current from the energy storage unit powering the vehicle, when no throttle input is provided.
[011] In a further embodiment, the control unit is configured to activate the electrical unit to operate in the creep mode when the creep mode being requested by the user by actuating a switch and when the vehicle operating parameters being within a pre-set range.
[012] In a further embodiment, the control unit is configured to deactivate the electrical unit to operate in the creep mode when the brake input is provided by the user.
[013] In some other embodiment, the system is integrated with machine learning comprising adaptive throttle control, traffic pattern prediction, environmental sensing, predictive maintenance in dynamic creep mode.
[014] In an aspect, the present invention relates to a method for operating the vehicle. The method comprises steps of receiving a data pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by a user. The method includes determining an operating mode of the electrical unit based on the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user. The also includes step of determining a current to be provided from the energy storage unit to the electrical unit based on the operating mode of the electrical unit. The method moreover includes step of supplying a current based on the operating mode to operate the electrical unit for powering the vehicle.
[015] In an aspect, the one or more vehicle operating parameters comprises a position of gear of the vehicle, a rotational speed of a wheel of the vehicle and a pressure on a seat of the vehicle.
[016] In an aspect, the one or more inputs provided by the user comprises a data relating to a throttle input requested by the user and a brake input provided by the user.
[017] In an aspect, the one or more operating conditions comprises information relating to a throttle input requested by user.
[018] In a further aspect, the method includes operating the electrical unit in any one of modes. The mode comprises a normal mode, wherein the electrical unit is configured to supply a current output from the energy storage unit powering vehicle corresponding to the throttle input, a creep mode, wherein the electrical unit is configured to receive a pre-set current from the energy storage unit powering the vehicle, when no throttle input is provided, and a dynamic creep mode, wherein the electrical unit is configured to receive based upon the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user, a current from the energy storage unit powering the vehicle, when no throttle input is provided.
[019] In an aspect, the method comprises operating the creep mode when the creep mode being requested by the user by actuating a switch and when the vehicle operating parameters being within a pre-set range.
[020] In an aspect, the method comprises deactivating the electrical unit to operate in the creep mode when the brake input is provided by the user.
[021] In an aspect, the method (300) can be integrated with machine learning comprising adaptive throttle control, traffic pattern prediction, environmental sensing, predictive maintenance in dynamic creep mode.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[022] The present invention provides a system 100 and a method 300 for operating a vehicle 10, more particularly, it relates to an autonomous low-speed torque assist system for electric vehicles.
[023] The system 100 and the method 300 of operating the vehicle 10 is configured to determine one or more operating modes of an electrical unit 102 in the vehicle 10. In the present embodiment, the vehicle 10 can be an electric vehicle. In an embodiment, the vehicle 10 can be a two-wheeled vehicle, a three-wheeled vehicle, or a multi-wheeled vehicle.
[024] Figure 1 in conjunction with Figure 2 illustrates a schematic block diagram of a system 100 for operating a vehicle 10, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In an exemplary embodiment, the vehicle 10 is a two-wheeled vehicle. The terms “vehicle” and “two-wheeled vehicle” are interchangeably used in this disclosure. However, both the terms “vehicle” and “two-wheeled vehicle” are one and the same. The term “vehicle” is used in place of “two-wheeled vehicle” more often for brevity. The vehicle 10 comprises one or more components like a front wheel (not shown), a rear wheel (not shown), a seat assembly (not shown), a fuel tank (not shown), and a frame member (not shown). In the illustrated embodiment, the system 100 comprises an electrical unit 102. The electrical unit 102 is connected to the frame member (not shown) of the vehicle (10). The electrical unit 102 transmits mechanical energy to the wheels (not shown) thereby enabling propulsion of the vehicle 10. In an embodiment the electrical unit 102 can be a pivotal component, such as a motor 110 receiving Direct Current (DC) that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, responding to torque commands from by the user of the vehicle 10. The electrical unit 102 is communicably coupled to the drivetrain (not shown). The electrical unit 102 is capable of providing mechanical output in form of kinetic energy to the drivetrain (not shown) for the propulsion of vehicle 10.
[025] The electrical unit 102 is further operable in one or more operating modes based on based on the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user. The one or more operating modes of the electrical unit 102 comprises a normal mode, a creep mode and a dynamic creep mode, thereby enhancing overall vehicle performance. The terms “normal mode”, “creep mode” and “dynamic creep mode” are defined in the later part of this description.
[026] In an embodiment, the electrical unit 102 is further communicably coupled to an energy storage unit 104. In some embodiments, the electrical unit 102 is coupled to the energy storage unit 104 through wires (not shown). The battery pack is configured to supply an electric current to the electrical unit 102 to power the drivetrain of the vehicle 10. The battery pack is adapted to supply electrical energy for a motor 110 which may be connected to the drivetrain of the vehicle 10 and the battery pack further may be used for supplying electrical energy to one or more components of the vehicle 10 including, but not limited to, lighting devices (head light, turn signal lamps), instrument cluster. The terms “energy storage unit” and “battery pack” are interchangeably used in the present disclosure. However, the term “battery pack” may be used more often for sake of brevity. In some other embodiments, the battery pack may include one or more battery modules which are stacked in a predetermined array to form the battery pack. In some other embodiments, each battery module may include a plurality of battery cells made of Lithium-Ion cells. It may be contemplated that the battery cells of Lithium-Ions are not meant to be limiting the scope of the present invention. The Lithium-Ion battery cells is an exemplary only.
[027] Further as shown in Figure 2 in conjunction with Figure 1, the system 200 comprises one or more sensing devices 106 disposed in the vehicle 10. The one or more sensing devices 106 are adapted to procure information pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by the user. In an embodiment, the information pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters is at least the position of gear of the vehicle 10, the rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle 10 and the pressure on the seat of the vehicle 10. In an embodiment, the information pertaining to one or more inputs provided by the user comprises information relating to a throttle input requested by the user and a brake input provided by the user.
[028] In an embodiment, the one or more sensing devices 106 comprises a first position sensor 106D, a speed sensor 106A, a pressure sensor 106E, a brake switch 106B and a second position sensor 106C. The first position sensor 106D is adapted to obtain a data pertaining to a position of gear of the vehicle 10 while the speed sensor 106A is adapted to obtain a data pertaining to rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle 10. Further, the pressure sensor 106E is adapted to determine a pressure on a seat of the vehicle 10 and a brake switch 106B is adapted to obtain a data pertaining to the pressing of a brake of the vehicle 10 by the user. As such the second position sensor 106C is adapted to obtain a data pertaining to a throttle opening percentage activated by the user of the vehicle 10.
[029] In the present exemplary embodiment, the throttle member is mounted onto a right-side portion (not shown) of a handlebar (not shown) of the vehicle 10. In an embodiment, the throttle member is an electronic type or a mechanical type member as per requirement. In an embodiment, the throttle member is actuated in a clockwise direction for accelerating the vehicle 10 and supplying power from the energy storage unit 104 to the electrical unit 102 of the vehicle 10. As such, actuation of the throttle member in the clockwise direction enables acceleration, that is supplying of more power from energy storage unit 104 to the electrical unit 102. In an embodiment, if the throttle member is rotated by ‘x’ degrees in the clockwise direction, the throttle position sensor accordingly captures the information pertaining to the rotation of the throttle member.
[030] The system 100 further comprises a control unit 108. The control unit 108 is disposed in the vehicle 10 and is communicably coupled to each of the one or more sensing devices 106. In an embodiment, the control unit 108 is communicably coupled to each of the one or more sensing devices 106 wirelessly or by wire as per requirement. The control unit 108 is configured to receive information pertaining to the one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by the user.
[031] The control unit 108 is further communicably coupled to the electrical unit 102 and the energy storage unit 104. The control unit 108 is adapted to determine the supply of current from the energy storage unit 104 to the electrical unit 102. The current is determined based upon determined mode of operation of electrical unit 102 by the control unit 108 based upon one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by the user.
[032] The modes of operation include a normal mode, wherein the electrical unit 102 is configured to supply a current output from the energy storage unit 104 powering the vehicle 10 corresponding to the throttle input. Further the modes of operation include a creep mode, wherein the electrical unit 102 is configured to receive a pre-set current from the energy storage unit 104 powering the vehicle 10, when no throttle input is provided. Furthermore, the modes of operation include a dynamic creep mode. During the dynamic creep mode, when no throttle input is provided, the electrical unit 102 is configured to receive a current from the energy storage unit 104 powering the vehicle 10. The current is based upon the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user.
[033] In an embodiment, the control unit 108 is communicably coupled to a storage unit (not shown). The control unit 108 is adapted to store the information received from the one or more sensing devices 106 in a look-up table (not shown). That is, the information pertaining to a position of gear of the vehicle 10, information pertaining to rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle 10, information pertaining to the pressure on the seat of the vehicle 10, information pertaining to the pressing of a brake of the vehicle 10 and information pertaining to a throttle opening percentage activated by a user of the vehicle 10 received from the one or more sensing devices 106 is stored in the look-up table. The look-up table may comprise of information pertaining to the modes of operation of electrical unit 102 corresponding to the information from the one or more sensing devices 106. Accordingly, the control unit 108 generates a signal to operate the electrical unit 102.
[034] In an embodiment, as shown in Figure 2, the control unit 108 is adapted to initiate the creep mode in the vehicle 10, when the creep mode being requested by the user by actuating a switch 110 and when the vehicle operating parameters being within a pre-set range. In an embodiment, the control unit 108 is configured to deactivate the electrical unit 102 to operate in the creep mode when the brake input is provided by the user. The brake input is provided by a brake switch 106B to the control unit 108 of the vehicle 10. In an embodiment, the vehicle 10 is accelerated when the user engages or partially engages the throttle member.
[035] In an embodiment, the system 100 is integrated with machine learning comprising adaptive throttle control, traffic pattern prediction, environmental sensing, predictive maintenance and the like. The adaptive throttle control can use machine learning algorithms to analyse user behaviour and preferences based on individual using styles. In an embodiment the system can be integrated with models that learn and adapt to individual user preferences over time and customize the creep mode behaviour based on factors like preferred acceleration rates, braking patterns, and response to different traffic scenarios.
[036] Further, in an embodiment traffic patterns and congestion prediction based on historical data as well as implementing sensors and cameras to gather real-time data about the environment allows the creep mode to adapt to various road conditions, such as detecting obstacles or uneven terrain.
[037] In an embodiment machine learning can be employed for predictive maintenance of the two-wheeler by monitoring the health of crucial components related to the creep mode, ensuring optimal performance and reducing the risk of unexpected failures.
[038] In an embodiment the system 100 can include to analyse real-time data from the one or more sensing devices 106. The data can be used to identify potential safety risks and dynamically adjust the creep mode to mitigate these risks. Further the data can be utilized for optimizing energy consumption. The energy consumption can be optimized by adapting throttle control based on the vehicle's energy efficiency characteristics and considering factors like battery charge level and energy consumption patterns.
[039] In an embodiment, a feedback loop is established by the control unit 108 employing machine learning models to continuously learn from user interactions and real-world scenarios and implement over-the-air updates to enhance the creep mode's performance based on the latest insights and user feedback exploring integration with smart city infrastructure to receive real-time data on traffic signals, road conditions, and other relevant information for better navigation and efficiency.
[040] In another embodiment, proximity sensors such as ultrasonic sensors can be implemented around the vehicle 10 to detect obstacles and automatically engage creep mode when the vehicle 10 is in close proximity to objects enhancing safety and ease of manoeuvring in tight spaces especially during the traffic. Under heavy traffic conditions where vehicles frequently come to a stop and then move again, the ultrasonic sensors detect the proximity to the vehicle 10 in front. As the vehicle 10 comes to a stop, the ultrasonic sensors trigger the creep mode autonomously. This ensures that the vehicle 10 can move forward without the need for constant user throttle input.
[041] In another further embodiment the system 100 can be further integrated into self-driving vehicles to enhance low-speed manoeuvrability, contributing to smoother transitions between an autonomous and a manual driving mode.
[042] Figure 3 is the flow diagram of a method 300 for operating the vehicle 10, in accordance with the embodiment of the present invention.
[043] At a step 302, the control unit 108 is adapted to receive a data pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by a user. In an embodiment, the data pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters is indicative of a position of gear of the vehicle 10, a rotational speed of a wheel of the vehicle 10 and a pressure on a seat of the vehicle 10. Further, in an embodiment the gear position can be specifically checked to be in the forward gear, rotational speed of a wheel of the vehicle 10 provides real-time information about the vehicle’s speed and pressure sensor on the seat of the vehicle 10 detects the presence of the user on the vehicle seat.
[044] In an embodiment the one or more inputs provided by the user is a data relating to a throttle input requested by the user and a brake input provided by the user. The position of a position sensor 106C is monitored to detect any changes in throttle position to monitor the user's throttle inputs. Further, a brake switch 106B detects pressing of brake by the user to monitor the status of vehicle’s brake system. Post this scenario, the control unit 108 moves to a step 304.
[045] At the step 304, the control unit 108 is adapted to determine an operating mode of the electrical unit 102 based on the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user. The operating mode can be determined from among a normal mode, wherein the electrical unit 102 is configured to supply a current output from the energy storage unit 104 powering the vehicle 10 corresponding to the throttle input, a creep mode, wherein the electrical unit 102 is configured to receive a pre-set current from the energy storage unit 104 powering the vehicle 10, when no throttle input is provided, and a dynamic creep mode, wherein the electrical unit 102 is configured to receive based upon the one or more vehicle 10 operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user, a current from the energy storage unit 104 powering the vehicle 10, when no throttle input is provided.
[046] At a step 306, the control unit 108 is adapted to determine a current to be provided from the energy storage unit 104 to the electrical unit 102 based on the operating mode of the electrical unit 102. In an embodiment a look-up table may comprise of information pertaining to the modes of operation of electrical unit 102 corresponding to the information from the one or more sensing devices 106. Accordingly, the control unit 108 determines the current to be supplied to the electrical unit 102.
[047] At a step 308, the control unit 108 is adapted to supply the current based on the operating mode to operate the electrical unit 102 for powering the vehicle 10.
[048] In an embodiment, if the user input switch 112 is pressed and gear position is in forward or reverse indicating the user's intention for creep mode, the control unit 108 checks if the user is present on the seat, verifies that the throttle position is at 0% indicating no active throttle input from the user is requested and also verifies that the vehicle 10 speed is less than 5 km/h, the creep mode is activated. The vehicle 10 moves at autonomously at a minimal speed until the user applies throttle or other exit conditions are met. In an embodiment the minimal speed can range between 5 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour. In another embodiment the minimal speed can have varying range.
[049] In an embodiment the control unit 108 is configured to deactivate the electrical unit 102 to operate in the creep mode when the brake input is provided by the user.
[050] Advantageously, the present invention provides improved handling and improved overall comfort along with having market attractiveness. The system eases the manoeuvrability of vehicle 10 under very low speeds. Further, the system enhances the vehicle's 10 manoeuvrability as it transitions from an idle state to low-speed operation enhancing the ease of physically moving the vehicle 10 by the user. The autonomous application of minimal torque during low-speed manoeuvres ensures precise control, making it easier to navigate specifically in tight spaces. When attempting manual movement, the system applies minimal torque, reducing the effort required and providing a smoother experience. Furthermore, the system simplifies parking and traffic scenarios by autonomously applying minimal torque for smooth, controlled movement. During parking, the system also enhances controllability, making manoeuvres in tight spaces easier. Further the system also enables optimal low-speed torque enabling initiating smooth starts on inclines or hills. Overall, the system's adaptability in these situations reduces driver effort and improves the overall driving experience overall vehicle 10 performance.
[051] Furthermore, one or more computer-readable storage media may be utilized in implementing embodiments consistent with the present disclosure. A computer-readable storage medium refers to any type of physical memory on which information or data readable by a processor may be stored. Thus, a computer-readable storage medium may store instructions for execution by one or more processors, including instructions for causing the processor(s) to perform steps or stages consistent with the embodiments described herein. The term “computer-readable storage medium” should be understood to include tangible items and exclude carrier waves and transient signals, i.e., be non-transitory. Examples include random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), volatile memory, non-volatile memory, hard drives, CD ROMs, DVDs, flash drives, disks, and any other known physical storage media”.
[052] The foregoing description of the invention has been set merely to illustrate the invention and is not intended to be limiting. Since the modifications of the disclosed embodiments incorporating the spirit and substance of the invention may occur to the person skilled in the art, the invention should be construed to include everything within the scope of the disclosure.

List of Reference Numerals and Characters
10: Vehicle
102: Electrical Unit
104: Energy Storage Unit
106: One or more sensing device
106A: Speed sensor
106B: Brake switch/sensor
106C: Second position sensor
106D: First position sensor
106E: Pressure sensor
108: Control unit
110: Motor
112: Switch
300: Method
302: Step
304: Step
306: Step
308: Step

, Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. A system (100) for operating a vehicle (10), the system (100) comprising:
an electrical unit (102) connected to an energy storage unit (104) in the vehicle (10);
one or more sensing devices (106), the one or more sensing devices (106) being adapted to obtain a data pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by the user;
a control unit (108) disposed in the vehicle, the control unit (108) being communicably coupled to the energy storage unit (104), the electrical unit (102) and the one or more sensing devices (106), the control unit (108) being configured to:
receive, by the one or more sensing devices (106), the data pertaining to the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user;
determine, an operating mode of the electrical unit (102) based on the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user;
determine, a current to be provided from the energy storage unit (104) to the electrical unit (102) based on the operating mode of the electrical unit (102); and
supply the current to the electrical unit (102) to power the vehicle (10).

2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the electrical unit (102) comprises a motor (110) for supplying motive force to wheels of the vehicle.

3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more sensing devices (106) comprises a first position sensor (106D) adapted to obtain a data pertaining to a position of gear of the vehicle (10), a speed sensor (106A) adapted to obtain a data pertaining to rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle (10), a pressure sensor (106E) adapted to determine a pressure on a seat of the vehicle (10), a brake switch (106B) adapted to obtain a data pertaining to the pressing of a brake of the vehicle (10) and a second position sensor (106C) adapted to obtain a data pertaining to a throttle opening percentage activated by a user of the vehicle (10).

4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more vehicle operating parameters comprises the position of gear of the vehicle (10), the rotational speed of the wheels of the vehicle (10) and the pressure on the seat of the vehicle (10).

5. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more inputs provided by the user comprises information relating to a throttle input requested by the user and a brake input provided by the user.

6. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control unit (108) being configured to operate the electrical unit (102) in any one of modes, the mode comprising:
a normal mode, wherein the electrical unit (102) is configured to supply a current output from the energy storage unit (104) powering vehicle corresponding to the throttle input,
a creep mode, wherein the electrical unit (104) is configured to receive a pre-set current from the energy storage unit (104) powering the vehicle (10), when no throttle input is provided, and
a dynamic creep mode, wherein the electrical unit (102) is configured to receive based upon the one or more vehicle (10) operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user, a current from the energy storage unit (104) powering the vehicle (10), when no throttle input is provided.

7. The system (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the control unit (108) is configured to activate the electrical unit (102) to operate in the creep mode when the creep mode being requested by the user by actuating a switch (112) and when the vehicle operating parameters being within a pre-set range.
8. The system (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the control unit (108) is configured to deactivate the electrical unit (102) to operate in the creep mode when the brake input is provided by the user.

9. The system (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the system (100) is integrated with machine learning comprising adaptive throttle control, traffic pattern prediction, environmental sensing, predictive maintenance in dynamic creep mode.

10. A method (300) for operating a vehicle, the method (300) comprising:
receiving (302), by the control unit (108), a data pertaining to one or more vehicle operating parameters and one or more inputs provided by a user;
determining (304), by the control unit (108), an operating mode of the electrical unit (104) based on the one or more vehicle operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user;
determining (306), by the control unit (108), a current to be provided from the energy storage unit (104) to the electrical unit (102) based on the operating mode of the electrical unit (102); and
supplying (308), by the energy storage unit (104), a current based on the operating mode to operate the electrical unit (102) for powering the vehicle (10).

11. The method (300) as claimed in claim 10, wherein the one or more vehicle operating parameters comprises a position of gear of the vehicle (10), a rotational speed of a wheel of the vehicle and a pressure on a seat of the vehicle (10).

12. The method (300) as claimed in claim 10, wherein the one or more inputs provided by the user comprises a data relating to a throttle input requested by the user and a brake input provided by the user.

13. The method (300) as claimed in claim 10, comprising, operating the electrical unit (102), by the control unit (108) in any one of operating modes, the operating modes comprising:
a normal mode, wherein the electrical unit (102) is configured to supply a current output from the energy storage unit (104) powering vehicle corresponding to the throttle input,
a creep mode, wherein the electrical unit (104) is configured to receive a pre-set current from the energy storage unit (104) powering the vehicle (10), when no throttle input is provided, and
a dynamic creep mode, wherein the electrical unit (102) is configured to receive based upon the one or more vehicle (10) operating parameters and the one or more inputs provided by the user, a current from the energy storage unit (104) powering the vehicle (10), when no throttle input is provided.

14. The method (300) as claimed in claim 13, wherein the control unit (108) is configured to activate the electrical unit (102) to operate in the creep mode when the creep mode being requested by the user by actuating a switch (112) and when the vehicle operating parameters being within a pre-set range.

15. The method (300) as claimed in claim 13, wherein the control unit (108) is configured to deactivate the electrical unit (102) to operate in the creep mode when the brake input is provided by the user.

16. The method (300) as claimed in claim 13, wherein the method (300) is integrated with machine learning comprising adaptive throttle control, traffic pattern prediction, environmental sensing, predictive maintenance in dynamic creep mode.

Dated this 15th day of March 2024

TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
By their Agent & Attorney

(Nikhil Ranjan)
of Khaitan & Co
Reg No IN/PA-1471

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1 202441019052-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
2 202441019052-REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION (FORM-18) [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
3 202441019052-PROOF OF RIGHT [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
4 202441019052-POWER OF AUTHORITY [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
5 202441019052-FORM 18 [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
6 202441019052-FORM 1 [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
7 202441019052-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
8 202441019052-DRAWINGS [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
9 202441019052-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
10 202441019052-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [15-03-2024(online)].pdf 2024-03-15
11 202441019052-Proof of Right [29-04-2024(online)].pdf 2024-04-29
12 202441019052-Proof of Right [05-07-2024(online)].pdf 2024-07-05