18117564. ELECTRIC VEHICLE CABLE MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREFOR simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE CABLE MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREFOR

Organization Name

Kia Corporation

Inventor(s)

Woo Hyung Lee of Uijeongbu-si (KR)

Seung Tack Hong of Seoul (KR)

Ho Choi of Seoul (KR)

Young Tae Choi of Gwacheon-si (KR)

Hyun Gu Lee of Seoul (KR)

Su Hwan Cho of Seoul (KR)

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CABLE MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREFOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18117564 titled 'ELECTRIC VEHICLE CABLE MOUNTING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREFOR

Simplified Explanation

The electric vehicle cable mounting system described in the patent application includes a driving unit with a rotary disc that releases the charging cable through a side motion, a guide unit that allows vertical movement of the driving unit, and a controller that automates the release and return of the charging cable in different modes.

  • Driving unit with rotary disc for cable release
  • Guide unit for vertical movement of driving unit
  • Controller for automated cable release and return

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in electric vehicle charging stations, parking lots, and residential areas to facilitate easy and automated charging of electric vehicles.

Problems Solved

1. Eliminates the need for manual handling of charging cables. 2. Reduces the risk of cable damage or entanglement.

Benefits

1. Convenient and user-friendly charging experience. 2. Efficient and safe cable management. 3. Increases the lifespan of charging cables.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing electric vehicle charging infrastructure Enhancing user experience in electric vehicle charging stations

Possible Prior Art

Similar cable management systems exist in industrial settings for automated equipment charging, but specific applications for electric vehicle charging may be unique to this invention.

Unanswered Questions

How does the system handle different types of charging cables?

The patent abstract does not specify if the system is compatible with various charging cable sizes or connectors. Further details on cable compatibility would be beneficial for potential users.

What is the expected maintenance schedule for this system?

Information on the maintenance requirements and longevity of the system components would be essential for users to assess the long-term cost-effectiveness of implementing this technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

A electric vehicle cable mounting system includes a driving unit including a rotary disc and allowing a charging cable to be released from a side in accordance with a rotation motion of a rotary disc, a guide unit provided behind the driving unit and allowing the driving unit to move in a vertical direction in accordance with a rotation motion of the rotary disc, and a controller controlling the driving unit and the guide unit such that the charging cable is automatically released in an electric vehicle charge mode and is automatically returned in an electric vehicle charge standby mode.