18206727. VEHICLE AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
VEHICLE AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18206727 titled 'VEHICLE AND A METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle and a method for controlling regenerative braking in an electric vehicle based on the driving state detected and a map table of engine brake torque values.
- Driving state detector detects driving state of electric vehicle
- Storage stores map table for engine brake torque values based on engine types and gear ratios
- Driver drives the electric vehicle
- Regenerative braking controller controls regenerative braking based on driving state and map table
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in electric vehicles to optimize regenerative braking performance based on driving conditions.
Problems Solved
1. Efficient utilization of regenerative braking in electric vehicles 2. Improved control of braking system based on driving state and engine characteristics
Benefits
1. Enhanced energy efficiency in electric vehicles 2. Increased battery life due to optimized regenerative braking 3. Improved driving experience with smoother braking transitions
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing regenerative braking in electric vehicles can be beneficial for electric vehicle manufacturers looking to improve energy efficiency and overall performance.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be regenerative braking systems in electric vehicles that do not take into account engine types and gear ratios for optimizing braking performance.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact overall energy efficiency of electric vehicles?
This technology can significantly improve energy efficiency by optimizing regenerative braking based on driving conditions and engine characteristics.
What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in electric vehicles?
The cost implications of implementing this technology may vary depending on the complexity of the system and the components required for integration. However, the long-term benefits in terms of energy savings and improved performance may outweigh the initial costs.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle and a method of controlling the same includes a driving state detector configured to detect a driving state of an electric vehicle, a storage configured for storing a map table for engine brake torque values according to engine types and gear ratios of an internal combustion engine vehicle, a driver configured to drive the electric vehicle, and a regenerative braking controller electrically connected to the driving state detector, the storage and the driver and configured to control, based on the driving state of the electric vehicle detected by the driving state detector and the map table, the driver so that the electric vehicle performs regenerative braking based on each torque value.
