18072911. FLEXIBLE VEHICLE CHARGING simplified abstract (GM Global Technology Operations LLC)
Contents
- 1 FLEXIBLE VEHICLE CHARGING
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FLEXIBLE VEHICLE CHARGING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about the Technology
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
FLEXIBLE VEHICLE CHARGING
Organization Name
GM Global Technology Operations LLC
Inventor(s)
Chandra S. Namuduri of Troy MI (US)
Madhusudan Raghavan of West Bloomfield MI (US)
FLEXIBLE VEHICLE CHARGING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18072911 titled 'FLEXIBLE VEHICLE CHARGING
Simplified Explanation
An apparatus and method for charging an electrified vehicle through a charge port selectively configures a plurality of battery packs to provide different voltage levels for charging.
- The invention involves configuring battery packs with controllable switches to present the charge port with voltage levels of N, 2N, or 3N.
- This allows for flexible charging configurations based on the needs of the electrified vehicle.
- The technology enables efficient and customized charging solutions for electric vehicles.
Key Features and Innovation
- Configurable battery packs with controllable switches.
- Ability to provide voltage levels of N, 2N, or 3N for charging.
- Flexibility in charging configurations for electrified vehicles.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in:
- Electric vehicle charging stations.
- Electric vehicle manufacturing.
- Renewable energy systems.
Problems Solved
- Limited charging options for electrified vehicles.
- Inefficient charging processes.
- Lack of flexibility in charging configurations.
Benefits
- Customized charging solutions.
- Efficient charging processes.
- Enhanced performance of electrified vehicles.
Commercial Applications
Title: "Innovative Charging Solutions for Electric Vehicles" The technology can be utilized in:
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure development.
- Electric vehicle manufacturing industry.
- Renewable energy sector.
Prior Art
Information on prior art related to this technology is not available at the moment.
Frequently Updated Research
There is ongoing research on optimizing charging configurations for electrified vehicles to improve efficiency and performance.
Questions about the Technology
Question 1
How does the technology improve the charging process for electrified vehicles? The technology allows for flexible charging configurations by presenting the charge port with different voltage levels, enhancing efficiency and customization in the charging process.
Question 2
What are the potential applications of this technology beyond electric vehicles? The technology can also be applied in renewable energy systems and other industries requiring efficient charging solutions.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus and method for charging an electrified vehicle through a charge port selectively configures a plurality of battery packs including battery packs having a voltage N with a plurality of controllable switches into one of several charging configurations which may include presenting the charge port with voltage N, 2N or 3N.
