18408850. THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Tomoaki Suzuki of Nagoya-shi (JP)

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18408850 titled 'THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The abstract describes a thermal management system with multiple flow paths, an electrical storage device, a drive device, a radiator, a chiller device, and a switching device that can switch between different flow paths to provide a heating circuit.

• The thermal management system includes multiple flow paths for heat exchange.
• An electrical storage device exchanges heat with a heat medium in one flow path.
• A drive device exchanges heat with a heat medium in another flow path.
• A radiator is provided on a third flow path for heat dissipation.
• A chiller device is provided on a fourth flow path for cooling.
• A switching device can switch the connection state between the flow paths to provide a heating circuit.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for electric vehicles. - Industrial machinery for cooling systems. - Renewable energy systems for heat management.

Problems Solved: - Efficient heat exchange in different components. - Temperature regulation in various applications. - Energy conservation in thermal management.

Benefits: - Improved performance and longevity of electronic devices. - Energy savings through optimized heat exchange. - Enhanced safety and reliability of systems.

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Thermal Management System for Enhanced Performance" This technology can be used in electric vehicles, data centers, and renewable energy systems to improve efficiency and reduce energy consumption.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the switching device optimize heat distribution in the system?

  The switching device allows for flexible control of heat flow between different components, optimizing temperature regulation.

2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this thermal management system?

  By improving energy efficiency and reducing the need for additional cooling systems, this technology can lead to significant cost savings in various industries.

Original Abstract Submitted

A thermal management system includes: a first flow path, a second flow path, a third flow path, and a fourth flow path; an electrical storage device configured to exchange heat with a heat medium in the first flow path; a drive device configured to exchange heat with a heat medium in the second flow path; a radiator provided on the third flow path; a chiller device provided on the fourth flow path; and a switching device configured to switch a connection state between the first to the fourth flow path. The switching device is configured to provide a heating circuit. The heating circuit is a flow path circuit in which a connection flow path connecting the first flow path, the third flow path, and the fourth flow path and the second flow path are disconnected from and independent of each other.