Automatic Preconditioning (VDV 463)
A VDV 463 data structure describing an automatically scheduled preconditioning request for an e-bus while it is connected at the depot.
Technical Details
AutomaticPreconditioning includes the requested preconditioning type (referencing VDV 261), an ambient temperature input, and a requested finish time (often aligned with the time the bus must be unplugged from the charger). This lets planning systems express “what to precondition” and “by when” in a consistent format.
Fleet Applications
Helps ensure vehicles leave the depot comfortable and operationally ready (cabin temperature, system readiness) without consuming traction battery energy during service, improving range and reliability.
Related Terms
VDV 463 (Charging Management Interface)
Standardized interface for data exchange between depot/ITCS “pre-systems” and charging management, so charging and preconditioning can be planned and synchronized for e-bus depots.
VDV 261 (Dispositive Backend via ISO 15118 VAS)
VDV recommendation that extends ISO 15118 (Ed. 1) for e-bus operations by defining how an e-bus connects to a dispatching (“dispositive”) backend to exchange preparation parameters such as preconditioning.