18238763. METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING BATTERY IN VEHICLE simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
Contents
- 1 METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING BATTERY IN VEHICLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING BATTERY IN VEHICLE - 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
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING BATTERY IN VEHICLE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Min Su Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING BATTERY IN VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18238763 titled 'METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING BATTERY IN VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for controlling a swappable battery in a vehicle to charge the main battery based on the destination information from a navigation system.
- The method involves determining a use mode based on the destination information to charge the main battery by the swappable battery.
- The swappable battery is controlled to charge the main battery according to the determined use mode.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in electric vehicles to optimize the charging process and extend the driving range by efficiently utilizing swappable batteries.
Problems Solved
1. Efficient charging of the main battery in electric vehicles based on destination information. 2. Optimizing the use of swappable batteries to enhance the overall performance of the vehicle.
Benefits
1. Increased driving range for electric vehicles. 2. Enhanced efficiency in charging processes. 3. Improved overall performance and reliability of the vehicle.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Optimizing Electric Vehicle Battery Charging Based on Destination Information"
Possible Prior Art
There are existing systems that optimize charging processes in electric vehicles, but the specific use of destination information from a navigation system to control swappable batteries for charging the main battery may be a novel approach.
Unanswered Questions
How does this method impact the overall efficiency of electric vehicles?
This method can significantly improve the efficiency of electric vehicles by optimizing the charging process based on destination information, but the exact impact on efficiency metrics such as energy consumption and driving range needs further exploration.
What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology on a larger scale in the automotive industry?
While the concept of using destination information for battery charging is innovative, there may be challenges related to infrastructure, compatibility with existing systems, and cost-effectiveness that need to be addressed for widespread adoption in the automotive industry.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method for controlling a swappable battery detachably mounted in a vehicle which includes a main battery fixed therein, includes determining a use mode among a plurality of modes which are different in a charge amount of charging the main battery by the swappable battery based on destination information of a navigation system, and controlling the swappable battery to charge the main battery based on the determined use mode to charge the main battery.
