18525002. ELECTRICAL POWER CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)

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ELECTRICAL POWER CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

Organization Name

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Heegun Yang of Seongnam-si (KR)

Kangwoo Bae of Suwon-si (KR)

Chanyoung Jung of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Boko Choi of Chungcheongnam-do (KR)

ELECTRICAL POWER CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18525002 titled 'ELECTRICAL POWER CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

The abstract describes an electric power control apparatus consisting of a power switch, a bidirectional switch, and a controller to manage power supply to an electric load.

  • The power switch can supply or cut off power to the electric load.
  • The bidirectional switch, connected in series with the power switch, can also control power supply to the load.
  • The controller is responsible for turning on or off both switches as needed.

Potential Applications: - Home automation systems - Industrial machinery control - Renewable energy systems

Problems Solved: - Efficient power management - Enhanced control over electric loads

Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency - Increased safety in power distribution

Commercial Applications: "Smart Grid Technology for Enhanced Power Control and Efficiency"

Prior Art: Researchers can explore existing patents related to power control systems and bidirectional switches.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in power control technologies and bidirectional switch applications.

Questions about Electric Power Control Apparatus: 1. How does the bidirectional switch enhance power control in this apparatus? 2. What are the key advantages of using a controller in managing power supply to electric loads?


Original Abstract Submitted

An electric power control apparatus may include: a power switch configured to supply power or cut off power to an electric load; a bidirectional switch configured to be connected in series with the power switch and to supply power or cut off power to the electric load; and a controller configured to turn on or turn off the power switch and the bidirectional switch, respectively.