Hyundai motor company (20240097566). DC-DC CONVERTER, VEHICLE INCLUDING CONVERTER, AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract
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DC-DC CONVERTER, VEHICLE INCLUDING CONVERTER, AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Beom Sik Kim of Gwangmyeong-si (KR)
Kyu Won Jeong of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Jae Hun Jeong of Anyang-si (KR)
Mun Soo Chung of Uiwang-si (KR)
DC-DC CONVERTER, VEHICLE INCLUDING CONVERTER, AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240097566 titled 'DC-DC CONVERTER, VEHICLE INCLUDING CONVERTER, AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a patent application for a DC-DC converter used in a vehicle, along with a controlling method. The converter includes capacitors, converting circuits with inductors and switching elements, and a controller to manage the switching elements. When external power connection is disconnected, the controller controls the switching elements to provide different discharge paths between the capacitor terminals.
- Explanation of the patent/innovation:
- DC-DC converter for vehicles with capacitors, converting circuits, and a controller - Controller manages switching elements to control discharge paths when external power is disconnected
- Potential applications of this technology:
- Electric vehicles - Hybrid vehicles - Renewable energy systems
- Problems solved by this technology:
- Efficient energy conversion - Reliable power supply in vehicles - Enhanced control during power disruptions
- Benefits of this technology:
- Improved energy efficiency - Enhanced vehicle performance - Increased reliability in power supply
- Potential commercial applications of this technology:
- Automotive industry - Renewable energy sector - Power electronics market
- Possible prior art:
- Prior art in DC-DC converters for vehicles - Existing patents related to power supply control in vehicles
- Unanswered Questions
- How does this technology impact vehicle performance?
This article does not delve into the specific performance enhancements that this DC-DC converter can provide to vehicles. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the exact impact on vehicle performance.
- What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in vehicles?
The article does not address the potential cost implications of integrating this DC-DC converter into vehicles. Understanding the cost-effectiveness and affordability of this technology is crucial for its widespread adoption in the automotive industry.
Original Abstract Submitted
a dc-dc converter, a vehicle including the converter, and a controlling method thereof are provided. the dc-dc converter includes a first capacitor connected to a first dc terminal, a second capacitor connected to a second dc terminal, a plurality of converting circuits each including at least an inductor and a plurality of switching elements, and connected to each other in parallel between the first capacitor and the second capacitor, and a controller configured to control an on/off state of the plurality of switching elements provided of each of the converting circuits. when external power connection with respect to each of the first dc terminal and the second dc terminal is disconnected, the controller is configured to control states of the plurality of switching elements to sequentially provide a plurality of different discharge paths between opposite terminals of the second capacitor via the plurality of converting circuits.
