17848203. APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING BATTERY LIFE simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
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APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING BATTERY LIFE
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Young Chul Lim of Gwangmyeong-si (KR)
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING BATTERY LIFE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17848203 titled 'APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING BATTERY LIFE
Simplified Explanation
Abstract: A battery life determination apparatus has been developed to provide reliable battery information to customers. The apparatus includes a detector that measures the voltage of a battery and a controller that determines the average value of a battery's depth of discharge based on its voltage. The controller takes into account the battery discharging after the key is turned off in a vehicle, as well as the battery charging while the vehicle is being driven. By comparing the number of start-on times after the key is turned off with the number of battery life end cycles corresponding to the average value, the controller is able to determine the battery life. This innovation aims to minimize start-on failures and charging delays, ensuring accurate battery information for customers.
Bullet Points:
- Battery life determination apparatus
- Includes a detector to measure battery voltage
- Controller determines average value of battery depth of discharge based on voltage
- Takes into account battery discharging after key off and battery charging while driving
- Determines battery life by comparing start-on times with battery life end cycles
- Minimizes start-on failures and charging delays
- Provides reliable battery information to customers
Potential Applications:
- Automotive industry
- Battery manufacturers
- Battery retailers
- Electric vehicle manufacturers
Problems Solved:
- Start-on failures
- Charging delays
- Inaccurate battery information
Benefits:
- Provides reliable battery information to customers
- Minimizes start-on failures and charging delays
- Helps customers make informed decisions about battery usage and replacement
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery life determination apparatus includes a detector that measures a voltage of a battery, and a controller that determines an average value of a battery depth of discharge based on a voltage of the battery depending on a battery discharging after key off of a vehicle and a battery charging while driving of the vehicle, and determines a battery life by comparing a number of start-on times after the key off with a number of battery life end cycles corresponding to the average value, minimizing problems of start- on failures and charging delays, and providing customers with reliable battery information.
