17835263. Apparatus for Controlling Vehicle, Method for Controlling Charging of Vehicle, and System for Charging Vehicle simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
Apparatus for Controlling Vehicle, Method for Controlling Charging of Vehicle, and System for Charging Vehicle
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Young Sik Kim of Anyang-si (KR)
Apparatus for Controlling Vehicle, Method for Controlling Charging of Vehicle, and System for Charging Vehicle - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17835263 titled 'Apparatus for Controlling Vehicle, Method for Controlling Charging of Vehicle, and System for Charging Vehicle
Simplified Explanation
The embodiment vehicle control apparatus described in the patent application includes a memory, network interface, and processor. The processor is programmed to perform several tasks related to charging a vehicle when a charging cable is connected:
- Recognize when a charging cable is connected to the vehicle.
- Receive information about the end time of charging for a preceding vehicle and the waiting time until charging of the current vehicle starts.
- Wait for the charging to begin while the charging cable is connected.
- Start the charging process at the end time of the preceding vehicle, indicating that its charging is completed.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Electric vehicle charging stations: This technology can be used to optimize the charging process at charging stations, ensuring efficient use of resources and minimizing waiting times for vehicle owners.
- Fleet management: Companies with electric vehicle fleets can benefit from this technology by streamlining the charging process and reducing downtime for their vehicles.
- Smart grid integration: By coordinating charging times based on the end time of preceding vehicles, this technology can help balance the load on the power grid and support the integration of renewable energy sources.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Efficient resource utilization: By starting the charging process at the end time of the preceding vehicle, this technology ensures that charging stations are utilized optimally, minimizing idle time.
- Reduced waiting times: Vehicle owners no longer need to wait for their turn to charge, as the charging process starts automatically when the preceding vehicle finishes charging.
- Improved charging station management: The system allows for better coordination and management of charging stations, ensuring a smooth and organized charging experience for users.
Benefits of this technology:
- Time and energy savings: By automatically starting the charging process at the appropriate time, this technology saves time for vehicle owners and optimizes energy usage at charging stations.
- Enhanced user experience: Vehicle owners no longer need to manually monitor and initiate the charging process, making the overall experience more convenient and user-friendly.
- Increased charging station efficiency: The system ensures that charging stations are utilized efficiently, reducing waiting times and maximizing the number of vehicles that can be charged within a given timeframe.
Original Abstract Submitted
An embodiment vehicle control apparatus includes a memory, a network interface, and a processor, wherein the processor is configured to recognize that a charging cable is connected to a vehicle, receive a charging end time of a preceding vehicle and a waiting time until charging of the vehicle starts, wait for the charging in a state in which the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, and start the charging at the charging end time indicating that the charging of the preceding vehicle is ended in the state in which the charging cable is connected to the vehicle.
