DE102018222650A1 - Service station method for autonomous cleaning of a vehicle and service station - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a method of a service station (80, 90) for autonomously cleaning a vehicle (10), wherein information about a degree of pollution of the vehicle (10) is first received from a server (70). Using the information on the degree of soiling of the vehicle (10), a cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle (10) and at least one service module (95, 96) of the service station (80, 90) suitable for the cleaning to be carried out are determined. The determined cleaning is also carried out by means of the at least one determined service module (95, 96) on the vehicle (10) arriving at the service station (80, 90). The invention further relates to a service station (80, 90) set up to carry out the method according to the invention.

Description

The invention relates to a method of a service station for autonomous cleaning of a vehicle, in particular an autonomous vehicle. The invention further relates to a service module for cleaning a vehicle, in particular an autonomous vehicle.

Today's vehicles already have a large number of assistance systems that support the driver in a variety of driving situations using computer technology. Such assistance systems can use sensors to record a large number of measurement data, which far exceed the sensory abilities of humans. In addition, the speed of these assistance systems significantly exceeds the human response time. Known driver assistance systems are, for example, lane keeping assistants, brake assistants for pedestrian detection and cruise control, particularly for traffic jams.

By using such assistance systems, the driver's autonomy with regard to his driving decisions is increasingly transferred to the vehicle or control units operating in it. At the end of these developments is an autonomously driving vehicle that can maneuver completely without human intervention. Fully automated passenger transport is possible using such an autonomously driving vehicle. So far, such autonomously driving vehicles have generally been approved for individuals and / or have not been approved for road use without additional monitoring by a driver. In terms of maintenance and care, these autonomous vehicles therefore differ little from other privately owned vehicles. As a rule, the owner (s) will take care of the maintenance and care of the vehicle.

However, a wide variety of mobility concepts already exist today, especially in urban areas. In so-called car sharing, a large number of users access the vehicles of a vehicle fleet independently of one another and for a limited time. By tying the fleet vehicles to a specific user only for the period of actual use, the unused parking time of the vehicles can be minimized. With decentralized car sharing concepts, vehicle use is started and ended at any point in an operating area of the fleet provider. Decentralized car sharing concepts in particular have the potential to significantly minimize the total number of vehicles required, as from a sufficient number of users and vehicles the fleet vehicles will be available in a self-organized manner and with a sufficient density in the operating area. As soon as a sufficient number of autonomously driving vehicles are available in a certain area, an increase in car sharing concepts and a decrease in exclusively privately used autonomous vehicles can be expected, since the provision of autonomous vehicles can also be ensured in more remote or less frequented places .

However, the energy supply, maintenance and care of the vehicles is a challenge, especially with decentralized car sharing concepts. On the one hand, employees of the fleet provider can be used to refuel and clean the fleet vehicles. However, this significantly increases personnel costs and thus the costs of the car sharing concept. Alternatively, the users of the autonomous vehicles can be incentivized to carry out the necessary service trips. However, there is a risk of inadequate maintenance or vehicle breakdowns.

In addition to the operability of the individual vehicle, it is also necessary to maintain the functionality of the fleet. The decentralized car sharing concepts in particular require a certain minimum number of ready-to-use vehicles at all times. This is the only way to ensure sufficient availability of vehicles for users.

In the context of the present application, car sharing in the broader sense also means ride pooling and ride hailing. An autonomous vehicle fleet can thus also be a fleet of private vehicles that are only made available temporarily for driving services, in particular for autonomous driving services. In these and similar cases, a fleet operator is to be understood as the provider of an application, the application being used to connect users and providers of driving services.

The invention is based on the object of overcoming or at least reducing the problems of the prior art and of providing a method for automated cleaning of vehicles, in particular for cleaning autonomous vehicles used in car sharing concepts or by individuals be used. The object of the invention is achieved by a service station and a method according to the independent claims and the preferred developments of the subclaims.

A first aspect of the invention relates to a method of a service station for the autonomous cleaning of a vehicle, in particular for cleaning an operating area autonomous vehicle. The vehicles can preferably be used by users for autonomous driving services within the operating range, regardless of whether they are vehicles from a car sharing provider or private vehicles. At least in the operating area, the infrastructure required for autonomous driving of the vehicles is preferably present. The operating area also preferably has at least one service station equipped for cleaning the vehicle. Furthermore, at least one server is set up for communication with the at least one autonomous vehicle and the at least one service station. The method according to the invention is preferably implemented in such an operating range.

In a first step of the method according to the invention, information about a degree of pollution of the vehicle is received by a server. The server is preferably the server of a fleet operator of a fleet of vehicles operating autonomously in the operating area. The information received about a degree of pollution of the vehicle is preferably information about a status property of the vehicle, which indicates that and to what extent an actual condition of the pollution of the vehicle deviates from a desired condition thereof. The target state can apply to all vehicles or can be set individually for a specific vehicle, for example by a user or owner of the vehicle.

In a next step of the method according to the invention, cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle is determined on the basis of the information on the degree of pollution of the vehicle. A cleaning describes in the most general form an action on the vehicle in order to convert it from the present actual state of the pollution to a desired target state. A type of cleaning is particularly preferably determined on the basis of the type of degree of contamination determined. A degree of cleaning is also preferably determined on the basis of the degree of soiling. For example, the degree of soiling is used to determine whether external cleaning, if appropriate with or without rim cleaning or underbody cleaning, or whether internal cleaning, optionally with or without upholstery and carpet cleaning, is to be carried out.

In the method according to the invention, at least one service module of the service station that is suitable for performing the determined cleaning is preferably also determined. Here, a service module is a functional assembly of the service station, which is designed to carry out at least one type of cleaning on the vehicle, that is to say, for example, an exterior or interior cleaning. The service station preferably has a plurality of service modules, each of which is designed to carry out a specific cleaning. Furthermore, the service station preferably has a plurality of service modules for each type of cleaning, for example exterior cleaning, each service module being designed to carry out cleaning with a certain degree, that is to say a certain intensity. The suitable service module is preferably determined on the basis of the information on the degree of pollution of the vehicle and / or on the basis of the cleaning that has already been determined to be carried out.

In the context of the present application, a suitable service module is understood to mean a (trained) service station that is set up to carry out the determined type of cleaning. The suitable service station is particularly suitable for performing the cleaning fully or partially autonomously and / or with a determined degree of cleaning. Autonomous implementation is understood to mean implementation without human intervention (apart from programming, maintenance and servicing of the service module). The suitability of the service module results in particular from the equipment of the same. Furthermore, a suitable service module is understood to mean one whose utilization enables the determined cleaning to be carried out promptly. The suitability of the service module also depends on the expected cleaning time.

Finally, in the method according to the invention, the partially or fully autonomous cleaning of the vehicle takes place in the service station in accordance with the determined cleaning to be carried out. Cleaning takes place as soon as a vehicle arrives at the service station. The arrival of the vehicle is detected or detected in particular by means of a sensor system and / or a communication module of the service station. The cleaning is carried out in particular with the at least one service module determined for performing the cleaning. The service module is preferably designed as robotics and requires no or only minimal user intervention, partially or fully autonomously. Cleaning is particularly preferably carried out fully automatically by means of the at least one service module.

The method according to the invention advantageously enables automatic cleaning of an autonomously driving vehicle, in extreme cases without any action by a user. This ensures that the vehicles always have a clean appearance and prevents damage to the vehicle (rust film) associated with soiling. Especially with regard to car sharing providers, the autonomous and Cleaning the vehicles according to need also maintain commercial viability.

Since all steps of the method according to the invention can be carried out fully automatically, personnel expenditure and associated costs are advantageously reduced.

In a preferred embodiment of the method according to the invention, the information on the degree of pollution of the vehicle has first information acquired by the vehicle itself. For this purpose, the vehicle preferably has at least one second sensor designed to record vehicle data. The sensor is preferably an interior camera for detecting a degree of contamination of an interior. It is also preferably a camera designed to detect image signals of the body surface of the vehicle, for example a camera arranged on the dashboard or rear view mirror and directed towards the bonnet or a camera directed at the side mirror and onto the fender or the door. These are also preferably sensors for detecting a degree of reflection of the vehicle paint. It is also preferably a sensor for detecting particles in the indoor air. The first information is transmitted from the vehicle to the server, where necessary processed and forwarded to the service station.

Alternatively or additionally, the information relating to the degree of pollution of the vehicle has second information based on a user input. The second information, that is to say the user input, was particularly preferably acquired via a vehicle interface and / or a mobile terminal. In one embodiment, the second information characterizes the degree of contamination, for example on the basis of a predetermined scale, and / or specifies the type and / or location of the contamination, for example as a spot on the back seat.

The second information likewise preferably contains image information recorded by the user, for example images of the interior or of soiling taken with the smartphone. The second information likewise preferably characterizes a successful use of the vehicle, for example by providing information about the transport of animals, children or sports fans. Based on the usage information, typical soiling associated with the respective usage type and finally the suitable cleaning methods can be determined. The user input is also preferably carried out in response to a corresponding input prompt issued to the user. The second information is transmitted from the user's vehicle or smartphone to the server, where necessary processed and forwarded to the service station.

Alternatively or additionally, the information relating to the degree of pollution of the vehicle has third information provided by the server, which is preferably driver-non-specific and vehicle-non-specific information. The third information preferably characterizes framework conditions that can cause a specific degree of contamination with a certain probability. For example, the third information contains data on the weather, the season, seasonal allergens or the prevalence of a flu wave. The third information is suitable for initiating appropriate countermeasures, such as washing underbody for de-icing salt or disinfecting upholstery for the flu season. The third information is transmitted from the server to the service station.

In a further preferred embodiment of the method according to the invention, fourth information relating to a degree of pollution of the vehicle is also recorded with at least one sensor of the service station. It is advantageously easier to determine a degree of external pollution of a vehicle by means of external sensors, and a service station can advantageously have sensors that are much better equipped than, for example, the vehicle itself or a smartphone. The fourth information is preferably acquired using a first control module of the service station, for example using a scan bridge. The first control module preferably has at least one (third) sensor that is designed to detect at least one variable that characterizes a degree of pollution of the vehicle. In other words, the first control module is designed (set up) to detect at least one degree of pollution of the vehicle.

According to this embodiment, the determined cleaning to be carried out is also preferably adapted on the basis of the fourth information recorded. In other words, the fourth information is preferably taken into account in addition to the aforementioned first to third information in order to adapt the cleaning to the actual contamination. A cleaning determined on the basis of the first to third information can thus advantageously be verified, modified and / or adapted.

The receipt of the aforementioned first to third information advantageously enables a suitable cleaning procedure to be determined even before the vehicle arrives in the Service station. In particular, a versatile database is created that takes into account different data sources and is therefore robust against the loss of individual information. A specialized sensor system that is present at the service station itself is also advantageously used to record the fourth information. Thus, for example, a provisionally determined cleaning can be further modified after the arrival of the vehicle.

In the method according to the invention, the arrival of the vehicle at the service station is also determined. The vehicle is preferably part of an autonomous vehicle fleet. The arrival of the vehicle is preferably detected based on communication with the vehicle. As an alternative and / or in addition, the arrival of the vehicle is detected in a sensor-based manner, for example by recognizing a license plate and / or a radio identification of the vehicle. As soon as the arrival of the vehicle is detected, the service station preferably initiates an autonomous travel of the vehicle to the at least one determined service module. In other words, the service station has a building management system which is designed to communicate via a communication module of the service station and a communication module of the vehicle with a driving system of the vehicle which is designed for autonomous driving. The service station is thus able to transmit sufficient information about the determined suitable service module to the autonomously driving vehicle, which enables the vehicle to determine and carry out one or more autonomous driving maneuvers in order to move from its own position to the position of the at least one suitable one determined service module to arrive.

Likewise, the determination of the cleaning to be carried out in the method according to the invention preferably also includes the determination of the type of cleaning to be carried out. The degree of soiling is particularly preferably used to determine whether the vehicle is to be cleaned on the outside or on the inside. Furthermore, determining the cleaning to be carried out in the method according to the invention preferably comprises determining a degree of cleaning. For example, it is determined whether the exterior cleaning is to be carried out with or without a rim cleaning or an underbody cleaning or whether an interior cleaning is to be carried out with or without an upholstery or carpet cleaning. Finally, the determination of the cleaning to be carried out in the method according to the invention preferably includes the determination of a location for cleaning, that is to say the position of the at least one service module in the service station that is suitable for performing the cleaning according to the invention. The service station can have a large number of service modules, the positions of which can differ significantly from one another. The determination of the location is therefore essential in order to be able to direct an arrived vehicle to the appropriate service module.

In a likewise preferred embodiment of the method according to the invention, information about the determined cleaning to be carried out is transmitted to a user of the vehicle and / or a fleet operator of a vehicle fleet to which the vehicle belongs. In other words, the service station informs the user or fleet operator by means of a suitably formatted message, for example to a smartphone of the user or server of the fleet operator, that one or more feasible cleaning options have been determined, which are recommended in view of the degree of pollution of the vehicle. A cost estimate and / or a time estimate are also preferably transmitted for each of the determined and transmitted cleaning options. The information transmitted particularly preferably contains specific information about at least one option of a feasible cleaning, including the type and the estimated duration and / or estimated costs of the feasible cleaning option.

In the method according to the invention, the user or the fleet operator then makes a selection as to whether cleaning and, if appropriate, which of the cleaning options is to be carried out on the vehicle. Based on this selection, a message is sent to the service station by the user or the fleet operator which contains the selection made by the user. The service station thus receives instructions from the user or fleet operator for cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle. In other words, the received message contains the selection of one of the previously transmitted options.

In a likewise preferred embodiment of the method according to the invention, the service station creates the information to be transmitted on the basis of the availability of the service modules. In other words, the utilization of the individual service modules is taken into account when determining the different cleaning options. Service modules whose utilization exceeds a certain limit value are preferably not taken into account for the cleaning options. Alternatively, the utilization of the service modules is determined as part of the time estimate for the respective cleaning option. Depending on the size of the service station, it determines a plurality of suitable service modules, in principle for carrying out the determined cleaning. The service station normally selects one of the determined plurality of service modules based on a position of the vehicle, wherein In principle, the most suitable service module closest to the vehicle is selected. However, the server particularly preferably takes into account the utilization of the service modules, that is to say the cleaning times or waiting times to be expected in the respective service modules. In this case, a service module of the service station that is further away but less busy may be selected. It is also preferably the responsibility of the user or fleet operator to choose a highly utilized service module, for example if the vehicle is not needed for a certain period of time.

In a particularly preferred embodiment of the method according to the invention, fifth information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle is also recorded in the service station. For this purpose, the service station particularly preferably has at least one (fourth) sensor that is designed to detect at least one variable that characterizes the degree of pollution of the vehicle. In other words, the (fourth) sensor is also designed to detect a degree of pollution of the vehicle. Furthermore, the method according to the invention preferably also determines an effectiveness measure of the cleaning carried out on the basis of the fifth information. In other words, a quality or an effectiveness measure of the cleaning carried out beforehand will advantageously be determined on the basis of the fifth information.

An actual state of soiling of the vehicle depicted with the fifth information is particularly preferably compared with an actual state of soiling before cleaning, as depicted, for example, on the basis of the first to fourth information. Alternatively, an actual state of soiling of the vehicle depicted with the fifth information is compared with a target state of the purity of the vehicle aimed for in the determined and carried out cleaning. An effectiveness measure of the cleaning carried out is preferably determined on the basis of one of the abovementioned comparisons, for example as a ratio of the degree of soiling according to the first to fourth information and the degree of soiling according to the fifth information. The quality of the cleaning carried out can advantageously be quantified on the basis of the determined measure of effectiveness.

The effectiveness measure is particularly preferably compared with a predetermined limit value, that is to say a predetermined limit value for the effectiveness measure. If the effectiveness measure is equal to or greater than the predetermined limit value, the autonomous cleaning of the vehicle is considered to have been successfully completed. However, if the measure of effectiveness is less than the predetermined limit value, cleaning is preferably carried out again using the same or different service modules of the service station. As an alternative or in addition, an error message is output, for example if fifth information has been recorded after the cleaning has been carried out again, which corresponds to an effectiveness measure that is too low.

The method steps of the method according to the invention can be implemented by electrical or electronic components or components (hardware), by firmware (ASIC) or by executing a suitable program (software). The method according to the invention is likewise preferably implemented or implemented by a combination of hardware, firmware and / or software.

For example, individual components for carrying out individual method steps are designed as a separately integrated circuit or arranged on a common integrated circuit. Individual components set up to carry out individual method steps are also preferably arranged on a (flexible) printed circuit board (FPCB / PCB), a tape carrier package (TCP) or another substrate.

The individual method steps of the method according to the invention are furthermore preferably designed as one or more processes which run on one or more processors in one or more electronic computing devices and are generated when one or more computer programs are executed. The computing devices are preferably designed to work together with other components, for example a communication module and one or more sensors or cameras, in order to implement the functionalities described here. The instructions of the computer programs are preferably stored in a memory, such as a RAM element. However, the computer programs can also be stored in a non-volatile storage medium, such as a CD-ROM, a flash memory or the like.

The person skilled in the art can also see that the functionalities of several computers (data processing devices) can be combined or combined in a single device or that the functionality of a specific data processing device can be distributed over a large number of devices in order to carry out the steps of the method according to the invention without to deviate from the inventive method described above.

Another aspect of the present invention relates to a service station for autonomously cleaning a vehicle, in particular an autonomous vehicle, in the method according to the invention, as described above. The service station has a communication module set up for communication with the server and possibly the vehicle. The communication module is, for example, a WLAN or mobile radio module and is preferably designed to carry out Car2X communication. The communication module is particularly preferably designed to communicate in accordance with a communication protocol used by the server and possibly by the vehicle. The communication module is in particular designed to receive information, in particular first to fourth information, on the degree of pollution of the vehicle from the server.

The service station according to the invention also has a control unit which is designed to determine cleaning to be carried out on a vehicle. The control unit is in particular designed to determine the cleaning to be carried out on the basis of the information relating to a degree of pollution of the vehicle, in particular the received first to fourth information. The control unit is also designed to determine the cleaning to be carried out on the basis of the information relating to a degree of soiling of the vehicle, in particular the acquired fifth information. The control unit is also designed to determine a service module that is suitable for carrying out the determined cleaning on the basis of the received / recorded information, on the basis of the determined cleaning and on the basis of information relating to utilization and / or equipment of the service modules.

The service station according to the invention also has at least one first service module designed to carry out interior cleaning on the vehicle. The service module is particularly preferably designed as a robot or has robotics. The service station also has a second service module designed to carry out external cleaning of the vehicle. The second service module is preferably designed like an automatic car wash known from the prior art. Thus, the service station is advantageously designed for autonomous vehicle interior and exterior cleaning.

The service station according to the invention thus advantageously allows an autonomous cleaning to be carried out on a vehicle in the method according to the invention, in particular on the basis of information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle, which has been received by a server. In this way, a need-based cleaning can be determined even before a vehicle reaches a service station, which advantageously reduces the overall duration.

The first service module is preferably a robot arm which carries tools suitable for cleaning the interior of the vehicle. The robot arm is preferably designed to be introduced into the vehicle interior through an open door or an open window of the vehicle. The tools are particularly preferably a vacuum cleaner nozzle, an upholstery brush, an applicator for applying cleaning agents and / or agents for cleaning shelves and / or windows. In an alternative preferred embodiment, the first service module has a mobile cleaning robot which is designed to penetrate a vehicle interior through an open door or an open window of the vehicle. The mobile cleaning robot also preferably has tools suitable for interior cleaning, such as particularly preferably a vacuum cleaner nozzle, an upholstery brush, means for applying cleaning agent and / or means for cleaning shelves or windows. The mobile cleaning robot is designed to perform autonomous interior cleaning with the doors and windows closed.

The second service module is preferably designed like an automatic washing line known from the prior art and preferably has at least one applicator for applying at least one cleaning fluid, rotating brushes and / or rags attached to pivotable cloth carriers for removing dirt from the vehicle and / or Hair dryer to dry the vehicle. In addition, the second service module particularly preferably has further washing elements, such as brushes specially designed for washing the rims, and / or means for applying wax. The second service module preferably also has means for transporting the vehicle in the service module.

The service station according to the invention preferably has a first control module upstream of the service modules with at least one third sensor, the third sensor being designed to detect at least one variable characterizing a degree of pollution of the vehicle. In other words, the first control module is designed (set up) to detect a degree of pollution of the vehicle. The first control module can thus advantageously be used to determine fourth information relating to a degree of soiling of the vehicle and on the basis of which cleaning to be carried out.

The service station according to the invention furthermore has a second control module downstream of the service modules with at least one fourth sensor, the fourth sensor being designed to detect at least one variable that characterizes the degree of pollution of the vehicle. In other words, the second control module is also designed to detect a degree of pollution of the vehicle. Fifth information and thus a quality or an effectiveness measure of a cleaning carried out in advance can thus advantageously be determined with the second control module.

The control unit of the service station according to the invention is also preferably designed to adapt a degree of soiling and / or cleaning for the vehicle on the basis of vehicle-specific variables that were recorded by the first control module. The information received from the server is also preferably combined with the information recorded by the first control module in order to determine the type and or the degree of cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle. Furthermore, the control unit is preferably designed to determine, based on the fifth information acquired by means of the second control module, a measure of the effectiveness of a cleaning carried out.

The control unit is preferably also designed to adapt a determined cleaning on the basis of vehicle-specific information recorded in the first control module. For example, cleaning of the vehicle can be adapted depending on the size of the vehicle or can be carried out in such a way that objects of a user in the vehicle are not removed. After the cleaning has been completed, the detected starting positions of vehicle components, such as the positions of vehicle seats, rear-view and side mirrors, are also preferably reset.

In a further preferred embodiment of the service station according to the invention, the first, the second and possibly further service modules are arranged in a common area of the service station. All service modules are particularly preferably arranged in the service station in such a way that they can perform their functions on a vehicle located in the first service station without the vehicle having to move in the service station. In such a service station, interior cleaning and exterior cleaning are advantageously carried out sequentially or in parallel on a vehicle located in a fixed position in the service station.

In a likewise preferred embodiment of the service station, the first service module and the second service module and optionally further service modules are arranged in different areas of the service station. According to this embodiment, a movement of the vehicle between the execution of the individual cleaning operations is therefore required. According to a particularly preferred embodiment, all the service modules are arranged separately from one another in the service station, and the service station is therefore constructed in a completely modular manner. The corresponding cleaning takes place in each of the service modules and then the vehicle moves to the next module. The movement of the vehicle between the modules is preferably mediated by a building management system.

Furthermore, the service station preferably has a third service module designed to fill an energy store of the vehicle. The third service module is particularly preferably designed to charge a battery system of the vehicle or to fill a fuel tank of the vehicle. The service station also preferably has a fourth service module designed to carry out maintenance and / or repair of the vehicle. The fourth service module is particularly preferably designed to fill up operating fluids of the vehicle, such as, for example, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid or the like. Alternatively or additionally, the fourth service module is designed to replace wear parts of the vehicle, such as brake pads, wiper blades, air filters or the like.

The service station also preferably has a logistics module designed for loading and / or unloading the vehicle. The logistics module is preferably designed to load ordered goods or goods into a vehicle. Orders of a user who has requested an autonomous vehicle can thus be loaded into this vehicle before it starts the autonomous journey to the user. Alternatively or additionally, goods or goods can be removed from a vehicle returning from a trip with a specific user by means of the logistics module. These goods are, for example, intended for transport to more distant places and are collected in the service station so that they can finally be handed over to a logistics company. The service station also preferably has parking spaces for autonomous vehicles that are not in operation. This means that these autonomous vehicles can be safely stored in the service station. Furthermore, an effective control of the number of vehicles in the operating area is possible. The density of the vehicles in the operating area can thus be adjusted.

A further aspect of the invention relates to a computer program comprising commands which, when the program is executed by a computer, such as a control unit of a service station according to the invention, cause the computer to carry out the method according to the invention, the method according to the invention comprising the steps of: checking the reception information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle from a server; Determining a cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle on the basis of the information on the degree of soiling of the vehicle and at least one service module of the service station which is suitable for the cleaning to be carried out; and checking the implementation of the determined cleaning by means of the at least one determined service module on the vehicle arriving at the service station.

A further aspect of the invention relates to a computer-readable storage medium, comprising commands which, when executed by a computer, such as a control unit of a service station according to the invention, cause it to carry out the method according to the invention, the method according to the invention of the control unit comprising the steps: checking the reception of Information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle from a server; Determining a cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle on the basis of the information on the degree of soiling of the vehicle and at least one service module of the service station which is suitable for the cleaning to be carried out; and checking the implementation of the determined cleaning by means of the at least one determined service module on the vehicle arriving at the service station.

Further preferred embodiments of the invention result from the other features mentioned in the subclaims. Unless otherwise stated in the individual case, the various embodiments of the invention mentioned in this application can advantageously be combined with one another.

• 1 eine schematische Darstellung eines Systems zur Durchführung des erfindungsgemäßen Verfahrens aus einem autonomen Fahrzeug, einem Server eines Flottenbetreibers und Servicestationen;
• 2 eine schematische Darstellung eines Betriebsbereichs zur Durchführung des erfindungsgemäßen Verfahrens mittels des in 1 dargestellten Systems;
• 3 eine schematische Darstellung eines erstes Servicemoduls zur Innenraumreinigung des Fahrzeugs;
• 4 eine schematische Darstellung eines zweiten Servicemoduls zur Außenreinigung des Fahrzeugs;
• 5 eine schematische Darstellung einer erfindungsgemäßen Servicestation gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform;
• 6 eine schematische Darstellung einer erfindungsgemäßen Servicestation gemäß einer zweiten Ausführungsform;
• 7 eine schematische Darstellung einer erfindungsgemäßen zweiten Servicestation; und
• 8 ein schematisches Ablaufdiagram eines Verfahrens zur autonomen Reinigung eines Fahrzeugs gemäß einer Durchführungsform.

The invention is explained below in exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Show it:

• 1 a schematic representation of a system for performing the method according to the invention from an autonomous vehicle, a server of a fleet operator and service stations;
• 2nd is a schematic representation of an operating area for performing the method according to the invention by means of in 1 represented system;
• 3rd a schematic representation of a first service module for cleaning the interior of the vehicle;
• 4th a schematic representation of a second service module for cleaning the outside of the vehicle;
• 5 a schematic representation of a service station according to the invention according to a first embodiment;
• 6 a schematic representation of a service station according to the invention according to a second embodiment;
• 7 a schematic representation of a second service station according to the invention; and
• 8th a schematic flow diagram of a method for autonomous cleaning of a vehicle according to an embodiment.

1 shows a schematic representation of a system for performing the method according to the invention, comprising an autonomous vehicle 10 , a server 70 , a first service station according to the invention 90 , a second service station according to the invention 80 .

In 1 is a block diagram of a two-lane vehicle 10 with electric motor 37 shown. The vehicle 10 comprises a large number of first sensors, in particular a first sensor 11 , a second sensor 12th , and a third sensor 13 . The first sensors 11 , 12th , 13 are for capturing environmental information or environmental data of the vehicle 10 set up and have, for example, temperature sensors for detecting an ambient temperature, a camera for recording an image of the vehicle 10 immediately surrounding environment, a microphone for recording noise from the vehicle 10 immediately surrounding environment and distance sensors such as ultrasonic sensors for detecting distances to the vehicle 10 surrounding objects. The first sensors 11 , 12th , 13 transmit the environmental signals detected by them to a first control unit 40 of the vehicle 10 .

The vehicle 10 also has a plurality of second sensors, in particular a fourth sensor 51 , a fifth sensor 52 , and a sixth sensor 53 on. With the second sensors 51 , 52 , 53 are sensors for determining the vehicle 10 status data itself, such as current position and movement information of the vehicle 10 . The second sensors are consequently, for example, speed sensors, Acceleration sensors, inclination sensors, interior motion detectors, pressure sensors in the vehicle seats or the like. In addition, at least some of the second sensors 51 , 52 , 53 designed to detect a degree of pollution of the vehicle. The second sensors designed for this purpose include, for example, an interior camera for capturing image signals of the vehicle interior, a dashboard camera for capturing image signals of the hood, a camera in a side mirror for capturing image signals of a side door of the vehicle and other sensors for capturing contamination, for example on the basis of a reflectance of the vehicle paint or the like. The second sensors 51 , 52 , 53 transmit the status signals detected by them to the first control unit 40 of the vehicle 10 . In addition, at least some of the second sensors transmit 51 , 52 , 53 their measurement results directly to a driving system 30th of the vehicle 10 .

The vehicle 10 also has a first communication module 20 with a memory 21st and one or more transponders or transceivers 22 on. With the transponders 22 it is a radio, WLAN, GPS or Bluetooth transceiver or the like. The transponder communicates with the internal memory 21st of the first communication module 20 , for example via a suitable data bus. Using the transponder 22 can, for example, the current position of the vehicle 10 through communication with a GPS satellite 61 determined and this in the internal memory 21st get saved. Likewise, using the transponder 22 one in memory 21st stored authorization information can be transmitted to an external communication module. The first communication module 20 communicates with the first control unit 40 .

In addition, the first communication module 20 set up with a server 70 , in particular a fourth communication module 71 of a server 70 to communicate, for example via a UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication Service) or LTE (Long Term Evolution) mobile network. The first communication module 20 is also set up with a second communication module 92 a first service station 90 to communicate and is also set up with a third communication module 81 a second service station 80 to communicate, for example, each via a UMTS or LTE mobile network. Communication via the mobile radio network takes place via one or more base stations 62 of the cellular network.

The vehicle 10 also shows the driving system 30th on that for fully autonomous driving, in particular for longitudinal and transverse guidance, of the motor vehicle 10 is set up. The driving system 30th has a navigation module 32 on that for calculating routes between a start and a destination and for determining the route along this route from the motor vehicle 10 maneuvers to be performed is set up. In addition, the driving system includes 30th an internal memory 31 , for example for map material, with the navigation module 32 communicates, for example via a suitable data bus. At least part of the second sensors 51 , 52 , 53 , the motor vehicle transmits its measurement results directly to the driving system 30th . With these directly to the driving system 30th The data transmitted is in particular current position and movement information of the vehicle 10 . These are preferably detected by speed sensors, acceleration sensors, inclination sensors, etc.

The vehicle 10 also has an electric driving system 35 on that to the electric drive of the vehicle 10 provides the necessary functionalities. In particular, the electric driving system 35 an electrical energy storage 36 on that of an electric motor 37 the to drive the vehicle 10 provides the necessary electrical energy. The electric driving system 35 also has a charging device, not shown, for charging the electrical energy store 36 on. With the vehicle 10 can also be a hybrid vehicle that has a hydrogen tank for supplying a fuel cell system arranged in the vehicle.

The vehicle 10 also has a first control unit 40 on. The first control unit 40 has an internal memory 41 and a CPU 42 which communicate with each other, for example via a suitable data bus. In addition, there is the first control unit 40 in communication with at least the first sensors 11 , 12th , 13 , the second sensors 51 , 52 , 53 , the first communication module 20 and the driving system 30th , for example via one or more respective CAN connections, one or more respective SPI connections, or other suitable data connections.

The system according to the invention for performing the method according to the invention also preferably has a server 70 on. The server 70 is preferably operated by a fleet operator of an autonomous vehicle fleet, for example as part of a car sharing concept, and / or by a service provider for vehicle cleaning and / or by a vehicle manufacturer. The server 70 has a fourth communication module 71 on that for communication with the same protocol as the first communication module 20 of the vehicle 10 is set up. The server 70 also has a fourth control unit 72 on. The server also points 70 preferably a memory, not shown. The fourth control unit 72 is preferably designed to use the fourth communication module 71 further information on the degree of pollution of a vehicle 10 to receive and this further information then to a service station 80 , 90 forward.

The system according to the invention for performing the method according to the invention has a plurality of first service stations according to the invention 80 and at least one second service station according to the invention 90 on of which 1 represents one each.

The first service station 90 has a second communication module 91 on that for communication with the first communication module 20 of the vehicle 10 , for communication with the fourth communication module 71 of the server 70 and for communication with a third communication module 81 a second service station 80 is trained. In particular, the second communication module 91 for communication with the same protocol as the first communication module 20 of the vehicle 10 how the fourth communication module 71 of the server 70 and like the third communication module 81 the second service station 80 set up. The second communication module is particularly preferred 91 trained to provide further information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle 10 to recieve.

In addition, the first service station 90 a second control unit 92 on what a store 93 and a CPU 94 which communicate with one another via a suitable data bus, for example a CAN bus or SPI bus. The second control unit 92 is especially designed to use first information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle 10 one on the vehicle 10 cleaning to be carried out. Furthermore, the second control unit 92 trained to perform cleaning on the vehicle 10 to control. The second control unit 92 is also designed to use second information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle 10 determine an effectiveness measure of the cleaning performed and compare it with a predetermined limit value. The first service station 90 also has a first service module 95 for performing an interior cleaning of the vehicle 10 and a second service module 96 for performing an external cleaning of the vehicle 10 on. Furthermore, the first service station 90 a third service module 97 on that for filling an energy store 36 of the vehicle is formed. In addition, the first service station 90 one of the service modules 95 , 96 , 97 upstream first control module 98 on that for capturing first information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle 10 is trained. Furthermore, the first service station 90 one of the service modules 95 , 96 , 97 downstream second control module 99 on that for capturing second information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle 10 is trained.

Each of the service modules 95 , 96 , 97 and the control modules 98 , 99 are for communication with the control unit 92 educated. The second control unit 92 is designed to be in communication with the second communication module 91 , the service modules 95 , 96 , 97 and the control modules 98 , 99 from the first service station 90 performed steps of the inventive method.

In addition, the system according to the invention has at least one second service station 80 on. The second service station 80 has a third communication module 81 on that for communication with the first communication module 20 of the vehicle 10 , for communication with the fourth communication module 71 of the server 70 and for communication with the second communication modules 91 the first service stations 90 is trained. In particular, the third communication module 81 for communication with the same protocol as the first communication module 20 of the vehicle 10 how the fourth communication module 71 of the server 70 and like the second communication module 91 the first service station 90 set up. In addition, the second service station 80 a third control unit, not shown explicitly 82` which has, for example, a memory and a CPU which communicate with one another via a suitable data bus, for example a CAN bus or SPI bus. The second service station 80 also has a first service module 95 ' , a second service module 96 ' , a third service module 97 ' , a first control module 98 ' and a second control module 99` on that in 1 together with the third control unit 82` as a modified first service station 90` are shown. In other words, the second service station 80 already assigns this to the first service station 90 described components also on. The modified first service station 90` is configured in exactly the same way as for the first service station 90 described above.

In addition, the second service station 80 a fourth service module 83 and a logistics module 84 on. The service modules 95` to 97` and 83 as well as the logistics module 84 communicate with the third control unit 82 ' . The third control unit 82 ' is designed to be in communication with the third communication module 81 , the first to fourth service modules 95` to 97` , 83 and the Logistics module 84 from the second service station 80 performed steps of the inventive method.

2nd shows a schematic representation of an operating area 100 to carry out the method according to the invention by means of in 1 shown system. The operating area 100 preferably extends over an urban conurbation, for example a city or a city center. Within the operating area 100 there is a large number of autonomous vehicles 10 each of which has a basic configuration, such as related to 1 explained. Each of the autonomous vehicles 10 can be accessed by users of a car sharing service or permanently assigned to a specific user.

The operating area 100 has a large number of first service stations 90 on. There is also a server 70 and a second service station 80 outside the operating area 100 arranged. The server 70 and / or the second service station 80 but could also be in the operational area 100 be arranged. The autonomous vehicles 10 are for communication with one another, in particular by means of the first communication modules 20 and via base stations 62 of a cellular network. The vehicles 10 are also for communication with the first service stations 90 , with the second service station 80 and with the server 70 educated. Communication takes place directly between the elements or via base stations 62 a cellular network, as indicated by the dashed lines. In addition, all other components of the in the 2nd shown systems for direct or indirect communication with each other, such as the second service station 80 with the server 70 and the first service stations 90 and the server 70 with the first service stations 90 as with the dotted lines in the 2nd shown.

With reference to the 3rd to 6 become embodiments of the first service station according to the invention 90 and the service modules it contains 95 , 96 , 97 explained.

3rd shows a schematic representation of a first service module 95 , 95` for cleaning the interior of the vehicle 10 . To clean the interior of the vehicle 10 to be carried out, this drives into the service module 95 , 95 ' to get there on a stop position 953 to come to a standstill. Once the vehicle 10 on the stop position 953 stops, the vehicle doors open 18th of the vehicle 10 automatically. This is preferred by the control unit 92 the first service station 90 , the control unit 82 ' the second service station 80 or the control unit 40 of the vehicle 10 prompted. As soon as the vehicle doors 18th are opened, become a first robot arm 951 and a second robotic arm 952 inserted into the vehicle. On the robot arms 951 , 952 there are tools for performing interior cleaning, in particular a vacuum cleaner nozzle, an applicator for applying a cleaning agent and means for cleaning the upholstery. This in 3rd shown first service module 95 , 95` also has a charging port 971 for filling an electrical energy store 36 of the vehicle 10 on.

4th shows a schematic representation of a second service module 96 , 96` for external cleaning of the vehicle 10 . The second service module 96 , 96` largely corresponds to automatic washing lines for autonomous exterior cleaning of a vehicle known from the prior art 10 . The second service module 96 , 96` has, in particular, means (not shown) for applying a cleaning fluid, such as nozzles for applying a soap barrel. In addition, the second service module 96 , 96 ' a rotating upper washing brush 961 and rotating side wash brushes 962 to distribute the cleaning fluid and to loosen the dirt. Furthermore, the second service module 96 , 96 ' a hair dryer 963 to dry the vehicle 10 on.

5 shows a schematic representation of a first service station according to the invention 90 , having the first service module 95 of the 3rd and the second service module 96 of the 4th according to a first embodiment. In this first embodiment, the first service station 90 are the first and second service module 95 , 96 in a common area of the first service station 90 arranged. The first service station thus enables 90 according to this first embodiment, the at least partially simultaneous external cleaning and internal cleaning of the vehicle 10 . The first service station 90 also has a first control module 98 and a second control module 99 on.

A sequence of the autonomously carried out service action in the first service station 90 according to the first embodiment begins with the autonomous entry of the vehicle 10 to the first service station 90 . This entry is preferred by the driving system 30th of the vehicle 10 mediated, the control unit 40 of the vehicle 10 by means of the communication modules 20 , 91 with the control unit 92 the first service station 90 communicates. When the vehicle enters the vehicle, a first control module (not shown) is used 98 a degree of pollution of the vehicle interior and the vehicle surface is detected.

If the vehicle is in the first service station 90 has reached a stopping position, open the doors 18th of the vehicle 10 automatically and a mobile cleaning robot drives autonomously into the interior or into the interior of the vehicle 10 brought in. Once the doors open 18th of the vehicle 10 close, the mobile cleaning robot starts cleaning the interior and starts cleaning the exterior of the vehicle 10 by means of the second service module 97 , especially using the washing brushes 961 , 962 and the dryer 963 .

As soon as the exterior cleaning and the interior cleaning are completed, the doors open 18th and the mobile cleaning robot moves out or is lifted out. If necessary, cameras or other sensors of a second control module are used, which are not shown 99 a check of the interior and / or exterior cleaning of the vehicle 10 . Once this check has been completed, the vehicle drives 10 autonomously from the service station 90 .

6 shows a schematic representation of a first service station according to the invention 90 , having the first service module 95 of the 3rd and the second service module 96 of the 4th according to a second embodiment. In this second embodiment, the first service station 90 are the first service module 95 and the second service module 96 in different areas of the first service station 90 arranged. The first service station 90 also has a first control module 98 and a second control module 99 on.

A sequence of the autonomously carried out service action in the first service station 90 according to the second embodiment begins with the autonomous entry of the vehicle 10 in a first area of the service station 90 . This entry is preferred by the driving system 30th of the vehicle 10 mediated, the control unit 40 of the vehicle 10 by means of the communication modules 20 , 91 with the control unit 92 the first service station 90 communicates. When the vehicle enters the vehicle, a first control module (not shown) is used 98 a degree of pollution of the vehicle interior and the vehicle surface is detected. Unless the vehicle 10 in the first area of the first service station 90 has reached a stop position, the exterior cleaning of the vehicle begins 10 by means of the second service module arranged in the first area 96 , especially using the washing brushes 961 , 962 and the dryer 963 . As soon as the exterior cleaning has been completed, the exterior cleaning of the vehicle may be checked using cameras or sensors (not shown) 10 . As soon as the exterior cleaning and / or the inspection is completed, the vehicle drives 10 autonomously to a second area of the first service station downstream of the first area 90 or is by means of a conveyor belt of the first service station 90 transported from the first to the second area.

If the vehicle is in the second area of the first service station 90 the doors open 18th of the vehicle 10 automatic and robotic arms 951 , 952 drive autonomously into the interior. By means of the robot arms 951 , 952 tools inside starts cleaning the interior of the vehicle 10 . At the same time, using the charging connector 971 an electrical energy storage 36 of the vehicle 10 filled and is filled with hydrogen 972 the vehicle's hydrogen tank 10 filled. Once the interior cleaning is complete, the robot arms 951 , 952 out of the vehicle 10 pulled out. If necessary, cameras or other sensors of a second control module are used, which are not shown 99 a check of the interior cleaning of the vehicle 10 . When this check is completed, the filling elements of the charging connection 971 and hydrogen refueling 972 deducted and the vehicle 10 drives autonomously from the first service station 90 out. In an alternative embodiment, the dryer is 963 arranged in the second area and the vehicle is dried 10 parallel to cleaning the interior and filling up the energy storage 36 .

8th shows a schematic representation of a first service station according to the invention 90 , having the first service module 95 of the 3rd , the second service module 96 of the 4th and the fourth service module 97 of the 5A according to a third embodiment. In this third embodiment, the first service station 90 is each of the first to third service modules 95 , 96 , 97 in a separate area of the first service station 90 arranged. The first service station 90 According to the third embodiment, it is thus modular in a particularly simple manner from the individual service modules 95 , 96 , 97 composed. The individual service actions are therefore carried out in a simple manner one after the other without any particular restrictions. The vehicle drives 10 one after the other into the individual service modules 95 , 96 , 97 one or is by means of conveyor belts between the service modules 95 , 96 , 97 transported. In the individual service modules 95 , 96 , 97 the respective service actions are carried out. If necessary, a quality control of the service actions carried out takes place. According to this embodiment, the second service module also preferably has 96 a hair dryer 963 on. Thus, the drying of the vehicle 10 after cleaning the exterior, parallel to loading and refueling the vehicle 10 respectively.

7 shows a schematic representation of a second service station according to the invention 80 . The second service station is preferably designed as a large-scale system that has a large number of first service modules 95 , second service modules 96 and third service modules 97 as explained above having. In addition, the second service station 80 at least two fourth service modules 83 as well as at least two logistics modules 84 on.

The fourth service module 83 are to carry out maintenance and / or repair of the vehicle 10 educated. Used for a fleet vehicle 10 thus a service requirement is determined, which is one of the first to third service modules 95 to 97 the fleet vehicle is not required to perform a service action 10 the fourth service module immediately or at a certain time 83 the second service station 80 seek out.

The fourth service module 83 is designed, for example, to service fluids of the vehicle 10 , such as cooling fluid, brake fluid, washer fluid or the like. The fourth service module is alternative or additional 83 trained to wear parts of the vehicle 10 exchange, for example brake pads, wiper blades, air filters or the like. The fourth service module is particularly preferred 83 trained to carry out the aforementioned service actions fully autonomously. Alternatively, the aforementioned service actions take place in the fourth service module 83 semi-autonomous.

The logistics module 84 are for loading and / or unloading the vehicle 10 trained and close to an entrance and an exit of the second service station 80 positioned. With the logistics module 84 are preferred ordered goods of a user who is an autonomous fleet vehicle 10 ordered in this fleet vehicle 10 loaded before it starts the autonomous journey to the user. The goods ordered can, for example, be goods purchased online from a national logistics company. Alternatively, the ordered goods can be food or other perishable goods that are independent of an order from the user in the second service station 80 be held up yourself. Thus, a vehicle ordered by the user can 10 can be used advantageously for the transport of goods and goods to the user.

Alternatively or additionally, a vehicle returning from a trip with a specific user can 10 Goods or goods can be removed using the logistics module. These goods are for example intended for transportation to more distant places and are used for this purpose in the second service station 80 collected and finally handed over to a logistics company. The logistics module is particularly preferred 84 trained to carry out the aforementioned service actions fully autonomously. This is the logistics module 84 for example with an automatic shelf storage. Alternatively, the aforementioned service actions take place in the logistics module 84 semi-autonomous.

8th shows a schematic flow diagram of a method for autonomous cleaning of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the method according to the invention. In one step S100 through a second service station 80 Information about the degree of pollution of a vehicle 10 , in particular first to third information, as described above, from a server 70 received by a fleet operator.

In one step S200 a cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle is determined on the basis of the information on the degree of soiling. In particular, it is determined that interior cleaning in a first service module 95 should be done. Furthermore, in step S200 at least one service module suitable for performing the interior cleaning, that is to say a first service module 95 determined. As in 7 shown, the second service station 80 a large number of first service modules 95 on. So it is considered in step S200 also the utilization of the individual service modules 95 considered with regard to their suitability.

In step S300 hits the vehicle 10 for which the pollution degree information was received at the second service station 80 a. The arrival of the vehicle 10 is used in particular by means of a communication module 81 the second service station 80 and or by means of a corresponding sensor of the second service station 80 determined.

Has the second service station 80 via a first control module 98 takes place in a next step S310 the acquisition of fourth information and vehicle-specific information, for example vehicle size etc., by means of the at least one fourth sensor of the first control module 98 . It also takes place in steps S310 adapting the determined cleaning based on the fourth information and vehicle-specific information. Has the second service station 80 no first control module 98 done after step S300 directly S400.

In a next step S400 becomes the vehicle 10 to a determined service module 95 , especially the first service module 95 managed with the best suitability, i.e. the lowest utilization and suitable equipment. In step S400 will also be the one in step S200 determined and if necessary in step S310 adapted cleaning by the first service module 95 the second service station 80 carried out. In particular, an interior cleaning becomes an exterior cleaning of the vehicle 10 carried out.

Then in one step S500 by means of a second control module 99 the second service station 80 fifth information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle 10 detected. In one step S600 the first to fourth information and the acquired fifth information are compared with one another and an effectiveness measure of the cleaning carried out is determined on the basis of the comparison. Furthermore, the effectiveness measure determined is compared with a predetermined limit value for the effectiveness of the cleaning carried out. It also takes place in step S600 a check whether a counter has a value that exceeds a predetermined maximum value.

If the comparison shows that the effectiveness measure determined is equal to or greater than the predetermined limit value, the cleaning is considered to have been carried out successfully and the method ends in step S700 . If the comparison shows that the effectiveness measure ascertained is less than the predetermined limit value and the counter has a value below the maximum value, step is carried out S710 the counter increased by one. The steps are then carried out again S400 , S500 and S600 . If the comparison shows that the effectiveness measure determined is less than the predetermined limit value and the counter has a value above the maximum value, the method ends in step S720 with an error message.

Reference list

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Motor vehicle

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first sensors

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second sensor

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third sensor

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Vehicle door

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first communication module

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Storage

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Transponder

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first driving system

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Storage

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CPU

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electric driving system

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electrical energy storage

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Electric motor

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first control unit

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Storage

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CPU

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fourth sensors

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GPS satellite

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Cellular station

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other vehicle

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server

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fourth communication module

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fourth control unit

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second service station

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third communication module

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first service station

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second communication module

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second control unit

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Storage

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Stop position

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upper washing brush

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Dryer

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Charging port

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Hydrogen refueling

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first control module

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second control module

Claims (10)

A method of a service station (80, 90) for autonomously cleaning a vehicle (10), the method comprising the steps: receiving information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle (10) from a server (70); Determining a cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle (10) on the basis of the information on the degree of soiling of the vehicle (10) and at least one service module (95, 96) of the service station (80, 90) suitable for the cleaning to be carried out; and Carrying out the determined cleaning by means of the at least one determined service module (95, 96) on the vehicle (10) arriving at the service station (80, 90). Procedure according to Claim 1 The received information comprises first information acquired by the vehicle (10), second information based on user input and / or third information provided by the server (70), the first information being provided by at least one sensor (11, 12, 13, 51 , 52, 53) of the vehicle (10) are recorded, the second information is recorded via a vehicle interface and / or a mobile terminal and / or the third information is received or retrieved from the server (70). Procedure according to Claim 1 or 2nd , further comprising the steps of: acquiring fourth information relating to a degree of soiling of the vehicle (10) with at least one sensor of the service station (80, 90); and adapting the determined cleaning to be carried out on the basis of the acquired fourth information. Method according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising: Determining an arrival of the vehicle at the service station (80, 90); and Initiate an autonomous travel of the vehicle (10) to the at least one determined service module (95, 96). Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the determination of the cleaning to be carried out comprises the determination of a type of cleaning, the determination of a location of the cleaning and / or the determination of a degree of cleaning. Method according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising the steps: Transmitting information about the determined cleaning to be carried out to a fleet operator and / or user of the vehicle (10); Receiving a message from the fleet operator and / or user about the cleaning to be carried out. Procedure according to Claim 6 , wherein the transmitted information includes information about at least one option of a feasible cleaning, including the type and estimated duration and / or cost of the feasible cleaning, and wherein the received message contains a selection of one of the at least one option. Procedure according to Claim 6 or 7 , wherein the service station creates the information to be transmitted based on an availability of the service modules (95, 96). Method according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising: Acquiring fifth information on a degree of pollution of the vehicle (10) in the service station; and Determine an effectiveness measure of the cleaning carried out on the basis of the fifth information. Service station (80, 90) for autonomously cleaning a vehicle (10), comprising: a communication module (81, 91) set up for communication with a server (70) and a vehicle (10); a control unit (92, 92 ') set up to determine and adapt a cleaning to be carried out on the vehicle (10); a first service module (95) designed for cleaning the interior of the vehicle (10); and or a second service module (96) designed to carry out external cleaning of the vehicle (10).

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