18398694. AUXILIARY ENERGY SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE simplified abstract (Rivian IP Holdings, LLC)
Contents
- 1 AUXILIARY ENERGY SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 AUXILIARY ENERGY SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE - 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
AUXILIARY ENERGY SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kyle Butterfield of Ladera Ranch CA (US)
Jorge Rodriguez of Ladera Ranch CA (US)
Nathaniel C. Wynn of Tustin CA (US)
AUXILIARY ENERGY SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18398694 titled 'AUXILIARY ENERGY SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a battery system for a vehicle that includes a main battery pack, a secondary battery pack, and secondary contactors. The main battery pack is integrated into the vehicle and includes a first plurality of battery cells, a first DC bus, and main contactors to form a switched DC bus. The secondary battery pack includes a second plurality of battery cells and a second DC bus coupled to the second plurality of battery cells, which is electrically coupled to the switched DC bus of the main battery pack via the secondary contactors. Control circuitry is included in the main battery pack to manage or monitor the coupling of the battery packs.
- Main battery pack integrated into the vehicle
- Secondary battery pack with its own set of battery cells
- Secondary contactors for electrical coupling between battery packs
- Control circuitry in the main battery pack for managing battery pack coupling
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other transportation systems requiring efficient battery management.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of efficiently managing multiple battery packs in a vehicle, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the batteries.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved energy efficiency, extended battery life, and enhanced overall performance of the vehicle.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be commercially applied in the automotive industry for electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as in other industries requiring advanced battery systems.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of separate battery packs in vehicles without efficient coupling mechanisms between them.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall cost of the vehicle?
The article does not address the potential impact of this technology on the overall cost of the vehicle. Implementing a dual battery system may increase the initial cost of the vehicle, but the long-term benefits in terms of performance and efficiency may outweigh the initial investment.
The article does not provide details on the safety measures incorporated into the battery system to prevent hazards such as overheating or short circuits. It would be important to know how the system addresses these safety concerns to ensure the reliability and safety of the vehicle.
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery system of a vehicle may include a main battery pack, a secondary battery pack, and one or more secondary contactors. The main battery pack is integrated into the vehicle and includes a first plurality of battery cells, a first DC bus coupled to the first plurality of battery cells, and main contactors coupled to the first DC bus to form a switched DC bus. The secondary battery pack includes a second plurality of battery cells, and a second DC bus coupled to the second plurality of battery cells. The second DC bus of the secondary battery pack is electrically coupled to the switched DC bus of the main battery pack via the secondary contactors. In some embodiments, the main battery pack includes control circuitry configured to communicate with control circuitry of the secondary battery pack to manage or monitor coupling of the battery packs.
