Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240109453). CHARGING DEVICE simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 CHARGING DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CHARGING DEVICE - 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 How does the device prioritize which vehicle to charge first?
- 1.11 What safety features are in place to prevent overcharging or overheating of the vehicles?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
CHARGING DEVICE
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Masatoshi Kimata of Toyota-shi (JP)
CHARGING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109453 titled 'CHARGING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The charging device described in the patent application charges multiple battery electric vehicles to different charge levels in a specific sequence to optimize charging time and efficiency.
- The charging device first charges each connected battery electric vehicle to a first charge level, typically set to half the full charge level.
- Subsequently, the device charges each vehicle to a second charge level greater than the first charge level.
- When half of the charging time until full charging has elapsed for the first vehicle, charging of the subsequent vehicle begins.
- This method allows for both vehicles to be charged to half of the full charge level in the time it takes to charge one vehicle to full capacity.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in public charging stations, fleet management systems, and residential charging setups.
Problems Solved
1. Efficient use of charging time for multiple electric vehicles. 2. Optimization of charging levels to ensure vehicles are ready for use when needed.
Benefits
1. Reduced overall charging time for multiple vehicles. 2. Improved charging efficiency and management. 3. Increased availability of charged electric vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing Electric Vehicle Charging for Faster Turnaround
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to sequential charging of multiple devices, such as battery chargers for electronic devices or industrial equipment.
Unanswered Questions
How does the device prioritize which vehicle to charge first?
The abstract does not specify the method used to determine the sequence of charging for multiple vehicles.
What safety features are in place to prevent overcharging or overheating of the vehicles?
The abstract does not mention any safety mechanisms or protocols implemented in the charging device to prevent potential risks during the charging process.
Original Abstract Submitted
the charging device disclosed herein charges each of a plurality of connected battery electric vehicle to a first charge level. subsequently, the charging device charges each of the plurality of battery electric vehicle to a second charge level greater than the first charge level. the first charge level is typically set to half the full charge level. according to this charging device, when half of the charging time until full charging has elapsed, charging of the subsequent battery electric vehicle is started. the time it takes to charge the first battery electric vehicle to full charge allows each of the two battery electric vehicle to be charged to half of full charge level and ready for use.
