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Method and apparatus for vehicle data transfer optimization

  • US 6,434,458 B1
  • Filed: 10/26/2000
  • Issued: 08/13/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/28/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for transferring files for use with a self-powered land based vehicle comprising a plurality of operational systems monitored by an on-board monitor for collecting vehicle operational information, wherein the on-board monitor is in selective communication with a remote site, said method comprising:

  • (a) creating a plurality of files containing the vehicle operational information;

    (b) selecting the high priority files from among the plurality of files, wherein the priority of each file is determined based on the relationship of the file data to the operational status of the vehicle;

    (c) merging at least two of the high priority files; and

    (d) transmitting the high priority files to the remote site.

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