18521438. POWER STORAGE SYSTEM simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 POWER STORAGE SYSTEM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 POWER STORAGE SYSTEM - 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 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
POWER STORAGE SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Yasushi Ogihara of Saitama (JP)
POWER STORAGE SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18521438 titled 'POWER STORAGE SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a power storage system that includes a first battery with two power storages, a switch unit that can switch between two voltage states in series and parallel, a three-phase motor with a neutral point, an inverter connected to the power transmission path between the first battery and the motor, a DC power supply circuit connected to the power transmission path between the inverter and the first battery, a branch circuit connected to the positive side of the DC power supply circuit and to a coil of one phase in the three-phase motor, a capacitor, a pre-charge circuit connected to the power transmission path between the inverter and the first battery, a converter connected to the pre-charge circuit, and a second battery connected to the converter with a lower voltage than the first battery in the two voltage states.
- The power storage system includes a first battery with two power storages.
- A switch unit allows for switching between two voltage states in series and parallel.
- The system also features a three-phase motor with a neutral point and an inverter connected to the power transmission path between the first battery and the motor.
- A DC power supply circuit is connected to the power transmission path between the inverter and the first battery.
- A branch circuit is connected to the positive side of the DC power supply circuit and to a coil of one phase in the three-phase motor.
- A pre-charge circuit is connected to the power transmission path between the inverter and the first battery.
- A converter is connected to the pre-charge circuit.
- A second battery is connected to the converter with a lower voltage than the first battery in the two voltage states.
Potential Applications
The technology described in this patent application could be applied in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and backup power systems.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of efficiently storing and managing power in systems with varying voltage requirements.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved energy efficiency, increased reliability, and enhanced power management capabilities.
Potential Commercial Applications
A potential commercial application for this technology could be in the development of advanced energy storage systems for various industries.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be existing power storage systems with similar voltage switching capabilities.
Unanswered Questions
How does the switch unit determine when to switch between the two voltage states?
The patent application does not provide specific details on the mechanism or criteria used by the switch unit to switch between the two voltage states.
What is the expected lifespan of the power storage system described in the patent application?
The patent application does not mention the expected lifespan or durability of the power storage system, which could be crucial information for potential users.
Original Abstract Submitted
A power storage system includes a first battery including two power storages, and a switch unit which switches between two voltage states in series and in parallel, a three-phase motor having a neutral point, an inverter connected on a power transmission path between the first battery and the three-phase motor, a DC power supply circuit connected to a connection portion on a power transmission path between the inverter and the first battery, a branch circuit branched from the DC power supply circuit on a positive side thereof and connected to a coil of one phase in the three-phase motor, a capacitor, a pre-charge circuit connected to a power transmission path between the inverter and the first battery, a converter connected to the pre-charge circuit, and a second battery connected to the converter and having a voltage lower than voltages of the first battery in the two voltage states.
