Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240100973). VEHICLE simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE - 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
- 1.9.1 Unanswered Questions
- 1.9.2 How does the control unit detect when the external electricity supply process is ongoing and when it is safe to allow the charge connector to connect to the charge inlet?
- 1.9.3 Are there any potential drawbacks or limitations to the technology described in the patent application?
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Ryo Shiraishi of Toyota-shi Aichi-ken (JP)
Kentaro Munemoto of Kuwana-shi Mie-ken (JP)
VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240100973 titled 'VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle with a unique charge port unit that includes a movable portion controlled by a control unit to physically prohibit the charge connector from being connected to the charge inlet while the external electricity supply process is ongoing.
- Battery included in the vehicle
- Electricity supply unit capable of supplying power to an external load
- Charge port unit with a movable portion controlled by a control unit
- Charge connector used for charging the battery with an external electricity source
- Control unit prohibits the charge connector from connecting to the charge inlet during external electricity supply process
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other battery-powered devices that require controlled charging processes.
Problems Solved
This technology prevents potential safety hazards that could arise from attempting to charge the battery while the vehicle is in use or while external power is being supplied to the vehicle.
Benefits
The movable portion of the charge port unit adds an extra layer of safety and control to the charging process, ensuring that the battery is not connected to an external power source at the wrong time.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhanced Safety Charge Port Unit Technology for Electric Vehicles"
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to charge port units with safety features to prevent incorrect charging processes, but specific examples are not provided in the patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the control unit detect when the external electricity supply process is ongoing and when it is safe to allow the charge connector to connect to the charge inlet?
The patent application does not provide detailed information on how the control unit determines the timing for allowing the charge connector to connect to the charge inlet.
Are there any potential drawbacks or limitations to the technology described in the patent application?
The patent application does not mention any potential drawbacks or limitations of the technology, leaving room for further exploration and analysis of its practical implications.
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle includes: a battery; an electricity supply unit configured to be capable of supplying electric power from the battery to an external load; a charge port unit including a charge inlet that a charge connector is attached to and detached from, the charge connector being used for charging the battery with an external electricity source; and a control unit configured to control operation of a movable portion that is included in the charge port unit. when an external electricity supply process of supplying electric power from the electricity supply unit to the external load is executed, the control unit controls the movable portion of the charge port unit, to physically prohibit the charge connector from being connected to the charge inlet.
