18330619. Heat Pump System for Vehicle simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)

Heat Pump System for Vehicle

Organization Name

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Yong Woong Cha of Yongin-si (KR)

Wan Je Cho of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Jungha Park of Gunpo-si (KR)

Eon Soo Yun of Hwaseong-si (KR)

ByeongGu Kang of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Seongjae Lee of Suncheon-si (KR)

Jong Il Park of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Jai Young An of Suwon-si (KR)

Seong-Bin Jeong of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Heat Pump System for Vehicle - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18330619 titled 'Heat Pump System for Vehicle

The embodiment of a heat pump system for a vehicle described in the abstract includes various components such as a valve, lines, a radiator, an electrical component, a battery module, a chiller, and connection lines that can be selectively connected based on the chosen mode of operation.

• The system includes a valve that controls the flow of a coolant through different lines.
• A first line is connected to the valve, a radiator, and an electrical component.
• A second line is connected to the valve and a battery module.
• A first connection line includes a chiller and is connected to the valve.
• A second connection line connects the first and second connection lines.
• A third connection line connects the first line between the radiator and the electrical component to the first connection line.

Potential Applications: - This heat pump system can be used in electric vehicles to efficiently manage the temperature of various components. - It can also be applied in hybrid vehicles to optimize energy usage and improve overall performance.

Problems Solved: - The system helps in maintaining optimal operating temperatures for different components in a vehicle. - It enables efficient cooling and heating functions, contributing to the overall energy efficiency of the vehicle.

Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency and performance of the vehicle. - Enhanced temperature control for critical components. - Potential cost savings through optimized energy usage.

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Heat Pump System for Vehicle Temperature Control This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry for electric and hybrid vehicles to enhance energy efficiency and performance. It can also be integrated into other transportation systems to improve overall temperature management.

Questions about the Innovative Heat Pump System for Vehicle Temperature Control: 1. How does this heat pump system contribute to the energy efficiency of electric vehicles? 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing this technology in hybrid vehicles?

Original Abstract Submitted

An embodiment heat pump system of a vehicle includes a valve controlling a flow of a coolant, a first line having ends connected to the valve, a radiator and an electrical component on the first line, a second line having ends connected to the valve, a battery module on the second line, a first connection line including a first end connected to the valve, a chiller on the first connection line, a second connection line including ends connected to the second and first connection lines, and a third connection line including a first end connected to a second end of the first connection line and a second end connected to the first line between the radiator and the electrical component, wherein the valve operates such that the first, second, or first connection line is connected to another line or to itself depending on the selected mode.