18236186. VEHICLE simplified abstract (Honda Motor Co., Ltd.)
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VEHICLE
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Inventor(s)
Daisuke Takeuchi of Tokyo (JP)
VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18236186 titled 'VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle with a temperature control circuit for the drive unit, which can switch between drive modes based on the vehicle's state during temperature control.
- The vehicle includes a first drive unit for driving wheels, a temperature control circuit for the first drive unit, and a control device.
- The control device determines if the drive mode of the first drive unit can be changed to a second drive mode during temperature increase control.
- If the drive mode can be changed, the control device switches to the second drive mode and continues temperature increase control; otherwise, it maintains the first drive mode and ends temperature increase control.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other types of vehicles where temperature control of the drive unit is crucial for performance and efficiency.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of efficiently managing the temperature of the drive unit during different driving conditions, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the vehicle.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved drive unit efficiency, enhanced vehicle performance, and extended lifespan of the drive unit components.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include electric vehicle manufacturing, automotive component suppliers, and companies specializing in vehicle temperature control systems.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be similar temperature control systems in vehicles, but the specific feature of dynamically switching drive modes based on the vehicle's state during temperature control may be unique to this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact vehicle maintenance costs?
This technology could potentially reduce maintenance costs by optimizing the temperature control of the drive unit, leading to fewer breakdowns and longer-lasting components.
What are the potential safety implications of switching drive modes during temperature control?
Switching drive modes during temperature control could impact vehicle stability and performance, so it is essential to ensure that the transition is smooth and does not compromise safety.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle including: a first drive unit for driving wheels; a temperature control circuit for the first drive unit; and a control device, in which, when controlling the first drive unit under a first drive mode and executing a temperature increase control, the control device determines, based on a state of the vehicle, whether the drive mode of the first drive unit is changeable to a second drive mode in which an output from a first drive motor of the first drive unit is reduced, on determining that the drive mode is changeable to the second drive mode, the control device changes the drive mode to the second drive mode and continues the temperature increase control, otherwise the control device maintains the drive mode in the first drive mode, and ends the temperature increase control and then executes the normal temperature control.
