18365282. SOLAR CHARGING SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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SOLAR CHARGING SYSTEM
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Yuma Miyamoto of Miyoshi-shi (JP)
Yukinori Murakami of Toyota-shi (JP)
SOLAR CHARGING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18365282 titled 'SOLAR CHARGING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a solar charging system mounted on a vehicle, which includes a solar panel, a drive battery for vehicle propulsion, an auxiliary battery for powering in-vehicle devices during parking, and a control unit for managing the electric power flow between the solar panel, drive battery, and auxiliary battery.
- Solar charging system mounted on a vehicle
- Includes solar panel, drive battery, auxiliary battery, and control unit
- Control unit manages charging and discharging processes during parking to optimize power distribution
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied to electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other types of vehicles to enhance energy efficiency and reduce reliance on external power sources.
Problems Solved
1. Limited range of electric vehicles due to battery capacity 2. Inability to power in-vehicle devices during parking without draining the main drive battery
Benefits
1. Increased energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprint 2. Extended driving range for electric vehicles 3. Ability to power in-vehicle devices without draining the main drive battery
Potential Commercial Applications
"Optimizing Electric Power Distribution in Vehicles: Solar Charging System for Enhanced Efficiency"
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include existing solar charging systems for vehicles, as well as technologies related to managing power distribution between batteries in vehicles.
Unanswered Questions
How does the control unit prioritize power distribution between the drive battery and auxiliary battery during parking?
The control unit likely uses algorithms to determine the optimal balance between charging the drive battery and supplying power to the auxiliary system based on factors such as energy demand and battery capacity.
What safety features are in place to prevent overcharging or discharging of the batteries?
Safety features such as voltage monitoring, temperature sensors, and fail-safe mechanisms are likely implemented to prevent damage to the batteries and ensure safe operation of the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
A solar charging system mounted on a vehicle, comprising: a solar panel; a drive battery used for driving the vehicle; an auxiliary battery for supplying electric power to an in-vehicle device operating during parking; and a control unit for controlling electric power of the solar panel, the drive battery, and the auxiliary battery, wherein the control unit controls, during parking, a charging process for supplying generated electric power of the solar panel to the drive battery and a discharging process for supplying electric power of the drive battery to an auxiliary system including the auxiliary battery and the in-vehicle device so as not to be executed at the same time.
