18603915. VEHICLE AND METHOD OF NOTIFYING CHARGING INFORMATION OF VEHICLE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE AND METHOD OF NOTIFYING CHARGING INFORMATION OF VEHICLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE AND METHOD OF NOTIFYING CHARGING INFORMATION OF VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Questions about the Technology
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE AND METHOD OF NOTIFYING CHARGING INFORMATION OF VEHICLE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Hidetoshi Kusumi of Nagoya-shi Aichi-ken (JP)
VEHICLE AND METHOD OF NOTIFYING CHARGING INFORMATION OF VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18603915 titled 'VEHICLE AND METHOD OF NOTIFYING CHARGING INFORMATION OF VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system where the ECU of a vehicle monitors changes in charging power from a multi-outlet charger and notifies the user through a communication terminal.
Key Features and Innovation
- ECU monitors charging state and detects changes in charging power.
- Notification device alerts user of changes in charging power and charging time.
- Communication terminal owned by the user receives notifications about charging power and time.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other battery-powered vehicles to improve charging efficiency and user experience.
Problems Solved
- Ensures users are informed of changes in charging power.
- Helps users plan their charging time based on the power supplied.
- Enhances overall charging experience for vehicle owners.
Benefits
- Improved user convenience and awareness of charging status.
- Optimal charging time planning based on power changes.
- Enhanced efficiency and control over the charging process.
Commercial Applications
- Electric vehicle manufacturers can integrate this technology to enhance user experience and differentiate their products in the market.
- Charging station operators can use this system to provide real-time information to users and optimize charging services.
Questions about the Technology
How does the ECU detect changes in charging power?
The ECU monitors the incoming power from the multi-outlet charger and compares it to the previous charging power levels to detect any changes.
What is the role of the communication terminal in this system?
The communication terminal owned by the user receives notifications from the ECU regarding changes in charging power and time, keeping the user informed about the charging process.
Original Abstract Submitted
An ECU of a vehicle monitors a charging state when charging is started. When a charging power supplied from a multi-outlet charger has changed without detecting and receiving an abnormality, the ECU causes a notification device to notify the changed charging power and a charging time based on the changed charging power. The ECU notifies a communication terminal which is owned by a user of the changed charging power and the charging time based on the changed charging power.
