17948597. VEHICLE CHARGING USING A MULTI-DRIVE SYSTEM simplified abstract (GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC)
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VEHICLE CHARGING USING A MULTI-DRIVE SYSTEM
Organization Name
GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor(s)
Chandra S. Namuduri of Troy MI (US)
VEHICLE CHARGING USING A MULTI-DRIVE SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17948597 titled 'VEHICLE CHARGING USING A MULTI-DRIVE SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The charging system of a vehicle described in the patent application includes a first conversion device connected to a first electric motor and a second conversion device connected to a second electric motor. These devices are part of the first and second drive systems of the vehicle, which are connected to the vehicle's battery system. A switching assembly with multiple switches is used to selectively connect the electric motors to a charge port, and a controller regulates the output voltage and supplies power to the energy storage system.
- Explanation:
- First conversion device connected to first electric motor - Second conversion device connected to second electric motor - Switching assembly with multiple switches - Controller regulates output voltage and supplies power to energy storage system
- Potential Applications:
- Electric vehicles - Hybrid vehicles - Energy storage systems
- Problems Solved:
- Efficient charging of electric vehicles - Optimal power distribution in hybrid vehicles - Regulating output voltage for energy storage systems
- Benefits:
- Improved charging efficiency - Enhanced power management - Extended battery life
- Potential Commercial Applications:
- Automotive industry - Energy storage industry - Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Possible Prior Art:
- Similar charging systems for electric vehicles - Power management systems for hybrid vehicles
- Unanswered Questions:
- How does the switching assembly work in coordination with the controller?
The switching assembly is controlled by the controller to connect the electric motors to the charge port, but the specific mechanism of this coordination is not detailed in the abstract.
- What is the overall impact of this technology on the vehicle's performance and efficiency?
While the abstract mentions benefits such as improved charging efficiency and enhanced power management, the specific impact on the vehicle's overall performance and efficiency is not explicitly discussed.
Original Abstract Submitted
A charging system of a vehicle includes a first conversion device of a first drive system of the vehicle, the first conversion device connected to a first electric motor. The system also includes a second conversion device of a second drive system of the vehicle, the second conversion device connected to a second electric motor. The first drive system and the second drive system are connected to a battery system of the vehicle. The system also includes a switching assembly including a plurality of switches configured to selectively connect the first electric motor and/or the second electric motor to a charge port of the vehicle, and a controller configured to control the switching assembly to define a conversion circuit that includes components of the first drive system and/or the second drive system, and control the conversion circuit to regulate an output voltage and supply power to an energy storage system.
