17932330. INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE
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Sang Shin Lee of Suwon-si (KR)
INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17932330 titled 'INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an integrated thermal management system for a vehicle that includes various components to regulate the temperature of different parts of the vehicle.
- The system includes a refrigerant flow line that allows refrigerant discharged from a compressor to flow through an indoor condenser, an external condenser, and an evaporator before returning to the compressor.
- A refrigerant chiller line branches off from the refrigerant flow line at different points downstream of the compressor, indoor condenser, or external condenser. This line joins the refrigerant flow line upstream of the compressor after passing through a battery chiller and an electric chiller, or bypassing them if necessary.
- A battery cooling line is included in the system to circulate coolant through a battery radiator or the battery chiller.
- An electric cooling line is also present to circulate coolant through an electric radiator or the electric chiller.
Potential applications of this technology:
- This integrated thermal management system can be used in electric vehicles to regulate the temperature of the battery and electric components.
- It can also be applied in hybrid vehicles to manage the temperature of both the internal combustion engine and the electric components.
Problems solved by this technology:
- The system helps in maintaining optimal temperature levels for the battery and electric components, preventing overheating and potential damage.
- It allows for efficient cooling of the refrigerant, ensuring better performance of the air conditioning system in the vehicle.
Benefits of this technology:
- The integrated system provides a comprehensive approach to thermal management, ensuring efficient cooling of different components in the vehicle.
- By regulating the temperature of the battery and electric components, the system helps in extending their lifespan and improving overall vehicle performance.
- The ability to bypass the battery chiller and electric chiller when not needed increases the flexibility and energy efficiency of the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed is an integrated thermal management system for a vehicle including a refrigerant flow line extending to allow a refrigerant discharged from a compressor to flow in the order of an indoor condenser, an external condenser, and an evaporator and to flow back to the compressor, a refrigerant chiller line branching from the refrigerant flow line at each of the points downstream of the compressor, the indoor condenser, or the external condenser, the refrigerant chiller line joining the refrigerant flow line at a point upstream of the compressor after the refrigerant passes through a battery chiller and an electric chiller or bypasses the same, a battery cooling line extending to allow a coolant to circulate while passing through a battery radiator or the battery chiller, and an electric cooling line extending to allow a coolant to circulate while passing through an electric radiator or the electric chiller.
