NAVIGATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING A VEHICLE ROUTE OPTIMIZED FOR MAXIMUM SOLAR ENERGY RECEPTION

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15008525

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A computing device for a vehicle configured to utilize solar energy is provided. The computing device includes one or more processors for controlling operation of the computing device, and a memory for storing data and program instructions usable by the one or more processors. The one or more processors include circuitry configured for, responsive to instructions stored in the memory determining at least one travel route from a current location of the vehicle to a destination of the vehicle; determining an estimated solar energy reception for the at least one travel route; and providing a notification relating to the at least one travel route, the notification including information representing the estimated vehicle solar energy reception for the at least one travel route.

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TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA INC6565 HEADQUARTERS DRIVE W1-3C PLANO TX 75024

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Schmidt, Eric R Northville, US 13 357
Sitarski, Nicholas S Ypsilanti, US 14 151

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