18087332. THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
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Sang Shin Lee of Suwon-si (KR)
THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18087332 titled 'THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a thermal management system for electric vehicles that improves the cooling and heating of the vehicle's battery during rapid charging. Here are the key points:
- The system includes a coolant circulation line in a charging station, containing coolant with a predetermined temperature.
- A connector connects the coolant circulation line to the vehicle's cooling system.
- A controller receives the ambient temperature of the vehicle.
- When the vehicle's battery is rapidly charged, the controller fastens the coolant circulation line of the charging station to the vehicle's cooling system.
- This allows the coolant in the charging station to enter the vehicle's cooling system through the connector.
- The controller controls the temperature of the coolant to be supplied to the vehicle based on the cooling or heating needs of the battery during charging.
Potential Applications:
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- Electric vehicle manufacturers
Problems Solved:
- Efficient cooling and heating of electric vehicle batteries during rapid charging
- Maintaining optimal battery temperature for improved performance and longevity
Benefits:
- Enhanced battery cooling and heating during charging
- Improved battery performance and longevity
- Optimal temperature control for efficient charging
Original Abstract Submitted
A thermal management system for electric vehicles has a coolant circulation line provided in a charging station and containing therein a coolant having a predetermined temperature. A connector connects the coolant circulation line and a cooling system of a vehicle. A controller receives an ambient temperature of the vehicle. When a battery of the vehicle is rapidly charged, the controller controls the coolant circulation line of the charging station to be fastened to the cooling system of the vehicle so that the coolant in the charging station enters the cooling system through the connector. The controller controls the coolant overheated or supercooled to the predetermined temperature to be supplied to the vehicle according to a cooling condition or a heating condition of the battery while the vehicle is being charged through the connector.
