A rechargeable key fob device for controlling a vehicle. The key fob device features an integrated rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery to power the key fob's functions, including the operation of buttons and LED indicators. An internal memory stores unique identification codes associated with specific vehicles and facilitates firmware or software updates for the key fob. The key fob includes a cavity for storing a key which can be automatically pulled out upon pressing a push button positioned on a panel of the key fob. A torsional spring rotates to pull out and retract the key. A charging port receives a charging cord for recharging the battery, eliminating the requirement of replacing a key fob battery.

A rechargeable key fob device for controlling a vehicle. The key fob device features an integrated rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery to power the key fob's functions, including the operation of buttons and LED indicators. An internal memory stores unique identification codes associated with specific vehicles and facilitates firmware or software updates for the key fob. The key fob includes a cavity for storing a key which can be automatically pulled out upon pressing a push button positioned on a panel of the key fob. A torsional spring rotates to pull out and retract the key. A charging port receives a charging cord for recharging the battery, eliminating the requirement of replacing a key fob battery.

A panic device operable in conjunction with a local device is configured to unlock a locking mechanism. The panic device can take the form of an electronic key fob, a key shaft, or a key holder. A first trigger on the panic device triggers a local alarm that is on-board or off-board the panic device. A second trigger on the panic device can activate an alarm circuitry that utilizes a local device to provide position information to a distant dispatch station. The local device uses a GPS-aware circuitry or other non-GPS means such as triangulation to determine the position information. The position information can then be sent to the distant dispatch station with or without the aid of the local device.

A process for enabling an industrial vehicle comprises an industrial vehicle determining whether the industrial vehicle includes a lanyard that is associated to the industrial vehicle. The industrial vehicle receives login credentials from an operator. If the lanyard transitions from an unsecured state to a secured state, then the industrial vehicle is enabled.

A process for enabling an industrial vehicle comprises an industrial vehicle determining whether the industrial vehicle includes a lanyard that is associated to the industrial vehicle. The industrial vehicle receives login credentials from an operator. If the lanyard transitions from an unsecured state to a secured state, then the industrial vehicle is enabled.

A method for locking automobile includes determines if a door locking action is done by a driver. If the automobile is found to be in a status of parking and an engine system is not turned off, a sensor can detect presence of absence of passengers in the automobile. The location of a key being found outside of the automobile or still inside according to wireless communication signals from the key allows the engine system to be shut down and the door lock to be locked, thereby locking and securing the automobile, otherwise the driver is warned that his door locking action is ineffective and his action to apply locking is rejected. An apparatus and a non-transitory computer readable medium for locking automobile are also disclosed.

A method for locking automobile includes determines if a door locking action is done by a driver. If the automobile is found to be in a status of parking and an engine system is not turned off, a sensor can detect presence of absence of passengers in the automobile. The location of a key being found outside of the automobile or still inside according to wireless communication signals from the key allows the engine system to be shut down and the door lock to be locked, thereby locking and securing the automobile, otherwise the driver is warned that his door locking action is ineffective and his action to apply locking is rejected. An apparatus and a non-transitory computer readable medium for locking automobile are also disclosed.

A personal vehicle having quick detachable modules and wireless communication between modules. In one embodiment, a scooter is provided that has a chassis frame and a vehicle body module detachably attached to the frame chassis. The vehicle body module includes one or more batteries. The scooter also includes a rear wheel module having a hub motor detachably attached to the frame chassis, and a controller that directs power from the battery to the hub motor and wirelessly transmits data between the modules to enable vehicle operation.

A personal vehicle having quick detachable modules and wireless communication between modules. In one embodiment, a scooter is provided that has a chassis frame and a vehicle body module detachably attached to the frame chassis. The vehicle body module includes one or more batteries. The scooter also includes a rear wheel module having a hub motor detachably attached to the frame chassis, and a controller that directs power from the battery to the hub motor and wirelessly transmits data between the modules to enable vehicle operation.

A device may receive an arming signal associated with immobilizing a vehicle. The device may monitor, based on receiving the arming signal, a current associated with an electrical power output from a battery of the vehicle. The device may detect that a measurement of the current satisfies a threshold associated with an ignition component starting an engine of the vehicle. The device may control, based on detecting that the current satisfies the threshold, a bypass circuit to reduce the electrical power output to prevent the ignition component from starting the engine.