18435937. MOTOR UNIT simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
MOTOR UNIT
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Ryuta Hayashi of Aichi-ken (JP)
Shotaro Okamoto of Toyota-shi (JP)
Takashi Katayama of Toyota-shi (JP)
MOTOR UNIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18435937 titled 'MOTOR UNIT
The abstract describes a drive device that includes a motor casing housing an electric motor, a gear connected to the motor, a gear casing housing the gear, an inverter electrically connected to the motor, an inverter casing housing the inverter, and a relay box with at least one relay connecting a charging inlet of a vehicle to a neutral point of the motor and the inverter. The components are arranged along an axial direction parallel to the rotation axis of the motor.
- Motor casing houses the electric motor
- Gear casing houses the gear connected to the motor
- Inverter casing houses the inverter electrically connected to the motor
- Relay box includes at least one relay connecting the charging inlet of the vehicle to the motor and inverter
- Components are arranged along an axial direction parallel to the rotation axis of the motor
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Hybrid vehicles - Industrial machinery
Problems Solved: - Efficient power distribution in electric vehicles - Simplified charging process - Integration of motor, gear, inverter, and relay components
Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency - Streamlined charging system - Enhanced performance of electric and hybrid vehicles
Commercial Applications: Title: "Integrated Drive Device for Electric Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry for electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as in industrial applications where efficient power distribution is essential. The market implications include advancements in electric vehicle technology and increased sustainability in transportation and manufacturing sectors.
Prior Art: Research into integrated drive systems for electric vehicles and industrial machinery can provide insights into similar technologies and advancements in the field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest developments in integrated drive systems for electric vehicles and industrial applications to ensure the technology remains at the forefront of innovation.
Questions about Integrated Drive Devices: 1. How does the arrangement of components along the axial direction impact the efficiency of the drive device? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating the motor, gear, inverter, and relay components in a drive device for electric vehicles?
Original Abstract Submitted
A drive device disclosed herein may include: a motor casing housing the electric motor; a gear connected to the electric motor; a gear casing housing the gear; an inverter electrically connected to the electric motor; an inverter casing housing the inverter; and a relay box including at least one relay and having a relay circuit configured to connect a charging inlet of the vehicle to a neutral point of the electric motor and to the inverter. The motor casing, the gear casing, and the inverter casing may be arranged along an axial direction extending parallel to a rotation axis of the electric motor, in an order of the gear casing, the motor casing, and the inverter casing.
