Basics

They are more commonly reffered to as "Start-Stop" or "Stop-Start" systems, however Idle-Stop Systems is used in papers etc
Systems for Internal Combustion Engines , typically for Vehicles, where when idle for a certain amount of time (long enough that it isn't a small pause), the engine will turn off automatically
Then when the "gas pedal" is pressed again, or new power is needed for ongoing electronic/mechanical devices once the "reserve" has been used up, it will automatically turn back on
The Starter Motor is typically upgraded to make this process faster as well
In situations such as start-stop traffic this can significantly reduce fuel use, and decrease Emissions
Much of the technology may be of use in backup / Microgrid generator systems as well
This system usually consists of:
- An Improved Starter Motor
  - And thus often electonics, such as more battery storage, higher power electronics, etc
- A Batery Managment System Interlinked with the Car's Electronic Control Unit (Automotive) that can plan when to turn off the engine without being too "annoying"
  - Aso an overide button is included as well for this exact reason
A Novel Method Utilizes (Often purely mechanical) FES to allow for lower cost/complexity (see the paper below)

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Idle-Stop Systems on Fuel Economy in LightDuty Passenger Vehicles" ]