18097801. HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONER FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)

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HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONER FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Organization Name

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Nam-Seok Yun of Hwaseong-si (KR)

HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONER FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18097801 titled 'HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONER FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an HVAC system for an electric vehicle, including a compressor, a four-way reversing valve, and two heat exchangers.

  • The compressor compresses a refrigerant.
  • The four-way reversing valve connects to four flow paths, including a discharge end and a suction end of the compressor.
  • The first heat exchanger can operate as a condenser or an evaporator based on the refrigerant circulation direction.
  • The second heat exchanger is connected to the first heat exchanger and the four-way reversing valve, also operating as a condenser or an evaporator based on the refrigerant circulation direction.

Potential Applications

The HVAC system can be used in electric vehicles to provide efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.

Problems Solved

1. Efficiently controlling the temperature inside an electric vehicle. 2. Optimizing the performance of the HVAC system to enhance overall vehicle efficiency.

Benefits

1. Improved comfort for occupants of electric vehicles. 2. Energy-efficient operation leading to increased driving range. 3. Enhanced overall performance and longevity of the HVAC system.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Efficient HVAC System for Electric Vehicles" - Optimizing comfort and energy efficiency in electric vehicles.

Possible Prior Art

There are existing HVAC systems for traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, but specific prior art related to the described configuration may need further research.

Unanswered Questions

How does this HVAC system impact the overall energy consumption of the electric vehicle?

The article does not delve into the specific energy consumption data or comparisons with other HVAC systems in electric vehicles. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the exact impact on energy consumption.

What are the potential maintenance requirements for this HVAC system in electric vehicles?

The article does not address the maintenance aspects of the HVAC system, such as frequency of servicing, potential issues, or replacement parts. Understanding the maintenance needs of this system is crucial for long-term performance and cost considerations.


Original Abstract Submitted

Disclosed is heating, ventilation, and air conditioner (HVAC) of an electric vehicle. The HVAC includes: a compressor configured to compress a refrigerant, a four-way reversing valve connected to four flow paths including a flow path connected to a discharge end of the compressor and a flow path connected to a suction end of the compressor, a first heat exchanger connected to the four-way reversing valve and configured to operate as a condenser or an evaporator according to a circulation direction of the refrigerant, and a second heat exchanger of which one end is connected to the first heat exchanger and the other end is connected to the four-way reversing valve and which operates as a condenser or an evaporator according the circulation direction of the refrigerant.