18584501. CHARGING INLET simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
CHARGING INLET
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Yutaka Tanai of Numazu-shi (JP)
CHARGING INLET - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18584501 titled 'CHARGING INLET
The abstract describes a charging inlet with a casing and a cover member that allows for the connection of a charging terminal and a terminal of a charging connector when the cover member is open. The inlet also includes a heater in the cover member that generates heat when energized, along with a heater terminal electrically connected to the heater.
- The charging inlet allows for the easy connection of a charging terminal and a charging connector terminal.
- A heater in the cover member generates heat to facilitate the charging process.
- The heater terminal on the cover member is electrically connected to the heater for efficient heat generation.
- The cover member can be opened to insert the charging connector and closed to ensure proper contact between the charging terminal and the heater terminal.
- This technology improves the efficiency and reliability of the charging process.
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicle charging stations - Portable electronic device charging docks - Industrial machinery charging systems
Problems Solved: - Ensures proper and efficient connection between charging terminals - Facilitates heat generation for improved charging performance
Benefits: - Faster and more reliable charging process - Enhanced safety features with proper terminal connections - Improved efficiency in charging electronic devices
Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient Charging Inlet Technology for Various Applications" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicle charging stations, portable electronic device charging docks, and industrial machinery charging systems. It offers improved efficiency, reliability, and safety in the charging process, making it a valuable addition to various commercial applications.
Questions about Charging Inlet Technology: 1. How does the heater in the cover member improve the charging process? The heater generates heat to facilitate the charging process, ensuring efficient and reliable connection between the charging terminal and the charging connector terminal.
2. What are the potential applications of this charging inlet technology? This technology can be applied in electric vehicle charging stations, portable electronic device charging docks, and industrial machinery charging systems, among others.
Original Abstract Submitted
A charging inlet of the present disclosure includes: a casing; and a cover member. The charging inlet electrically connects the charging terminal and a terminal of a charging connector to each other by inserting the charging connector from the opening portion in a state in which the cover member is open. The charging inlet further includes: a heater provided in the cover member and heating the cover member by generating heat by energization; and a heater terminal provided on the cover member and electrically connected to the heater. The heater terminal is disposed on a surface of the cover member facing the charging terminal such that the charging terminal and the heater terminal come into contact with each other in a state in which the cover member is closed.
