18466823. THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SWITCHING VALVE, AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SWITCHING VALVE, AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SWITCHING VALVE, AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - 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
THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SWITCHING VALVE, AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Tomoaki Suzuki of Nagoya-shi (JP)
THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SWITCHING VALVE, AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18466823 titled 'THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SWITCHING VALVE, AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The thermal management circuit described in the patent application includes a LT circuit with a reservoir tank and a battery circuit without the reservoir tank. The system is controlled by an ECU that operates a five-way valve to switch between different modes for the flow path of the heat medium.
- The LT circuit and the battery circuit can be connected in series in the first mode.
- In the second mode, the LT circuit and the battery circuit are connected in parallel, with some of the heat medium flowing from the battery circuit to the LT circuit through the five-way valve.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other systems requiring efficient thermal management for batteries and other components.
Problems Solved
1. Efficient thermal management for both the LT circuit and the battery circuit. 2. Flexibility in controlling the flow path of the heat medium based on different operating conditions.
Benefits
1. Improved performance and longevity of batteries. 2. Enhanced overall efficiency of the thermal management system. 3. Increased control and customization options for managing heat dissipation.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing thermal management systems in electric vehicles for improved battery performance and longevity.
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to thermal management systems in vehicles or other applications that utilize similar components and control mechanisms.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing thermal management systems in terms of efficiency and performance?
This article does not provide a direct comparison with existing systems, so it is unclear how this technology stacks up against current solutions.
What are the potential challenges or limitations of implementing this thermal management circuit in different types of vehicles or systems?
The article does not address any potential challenges or limitations that may arise when integrating this technology into various applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
A thermal management circuit has a LT circuit including a reservoir tank and a battery circuit not including the reservoir tank. The thermal management system includes an ECU that controls a five-way valve to switch a plurality of modes with regard to a flow path for a heat medium in the thermal management circuit. The plurality of modes include a first mode (first circuit mode) and a second mode (third circuit mode). The first mode is a mode in which the LT circuit and the battery circuit are connected together in series. The second mode is a mode in which the LT circuit and the battery circuit are connected together in parallel and part of the heat medium flowing in the battery circuit flows to the LT circuit via the five-way valve.
