Ford files patent for drones to jump start vehicles with dead batteries

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For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help. FOX13

technology subsidiary filed a patent

that details technology for drones that could jump start future Ford vehicles – instead of a service truck. The patent is for a system with a "computer programmed to actuate a plurality of drones to first establish one or more electrical connections there between and then to provide a jump start to a vehicle," according to the filing, which was published on March 28.Drone pilot Allen Beadel unveils the new technology on FOX Weather

The robot dog can "run" up to 7 mph on flat terrain but was also built for sand, water and uneven surfaces. Future Ford vehicles would be able to transmit a jump start request, which would be received by one or more drones, the patent application details. The drone would navigate to the vehicle’s location, open the hood, establish an electrical connection, and jump the car.

 

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Stupid. I carry a battery-charged jump starter in my truck. Don't reinvent the wheel at 10x the cost

They'll change their acronym?

Yep Found On Road Dead= Ford 🤣🤙🏼

This is actually smarter than one may think. With the shift to EVs this could lead to a nice lil revenue stream and evolution of roadside assistance.

there's a number on the back of your DL if you need help during a break down...

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