18310347. PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL ENERGY STORAGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD simplified abstract (HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.)
Contents
- 1 PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL ENERGY STORAGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL ENERGY STORAGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - 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 Electric Drive Systems with Heat Management
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL ENERGY STORAGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL ENERGY STORAGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18310347 titled 'PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL ENERGY STORAGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
An electric drive system with heat management includes components like an electric drive unit, a battery system, a power conversion system, an energy storage unit with phase change material, and a cooling system. The system collects heat from various components, expels it through the cooling system, stores it in the energy storage unit, and supplies it to the battery system as needed.
- The system includes an electric drive unit, battery system, power conversion system, energy storage unit, and cooling system.
- The energy storage unit contains phase change material to manage thermal energy.
- A fluid system circulates through the components to collect, expel, store, and supply heat as required.
Key Features and Innovation
- Integration of phase change material in the energy storage unit for efficient thermal energy management.
- Fluid system for heat exchange throughout the system for optimal performance.
- Selective heat transfer between components for improved energy efficiency.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and industrial machinery where efficient heat management is crucial.
Problems Solved
- Efficient heat management in electric drive systems.
- Enhanced energy efficiency and performance.
- Improved battery system longevity.
Benefits
- Increased energy efficiency.
- Extended battery life.
- Enhanced overall system performance.
Commercial Applications
Title: "Efficient Heat Management System for Electric Drives" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and industrial machinery to improve energy efficiency and overall performance, leading to cost savings and environmental benefits.
Prior Art
Readers can explore prior patents related to thermal management systems in electric drives to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research
Stay updated on the latest advancements in thermal management systems for electric drives to incorporate cutting-edge solutions into your applications.
Questions about Electric Drive Systems with Heat Management
How does the integration of phase change material improve thermal energy management in the system?
The phase change material in the energy storage unit absorbs and releases heat during phase transitions, effectively managing thermal energy within the system.
What are the key components of the fluid system and how do they contribute to heat exchange in the electric drive system?
The fluid system consists of components like pumps, heat exchangers, and pipes that circulate coolant to collect, expel, store, and supply heat within the system, ensuring efficient heat management.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electric drive system with heat management includes an electric drive unit coupled with a battery system and a power conversion system. An energy storage unit contains at least one phase change material and is configured to manage thermal energy. A cooling system is configured to exchange heat and has a fluid system extending through the drive unit, the battery system, the power conversion system, the energy storage unit, and the cooling system. The fluid system configured to collect heat from the drive unit, the battery system and the power conversion system; selectively expel the heat through the cooling system; selectively store the heat in the energy storage unit in the at least one phase change material; and selectively supply heat from the energy storage unit to the battery system.
