Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240116345). VEHICLE simplified abstract

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VEHICLE

Organization Name

toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Daisuke Itoh of Kasugai-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240116345 titled 'VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a vehicle with an electric power control unit fixed to the power unit using a rear bracket, which includes a base portion and a support portion. The rear bracket has a specific edge that opposes the cable in the vehicle front-rear direction.

  • Electric power control unit supplies power to motor
  • Rear bracket fixes control unit to power unit
  • Cable supplies high voltage power to control unit
  • Rear bracket includes base and support portions
  • Specific edge on base portion opposes cable direction

Potential Applications

The technology described in the patent application could be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other electric-powered transportation systems.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of securely fixing the electric power control unit to the power unit in a vehicle, ensuring efficient power supply and operation.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved stability and safety of the electric power control unit, optimized power distribution, and enhanced overall performance of the vehicle.

Potential Commercial Applications

The technology could be utilized in electric car manufacturing, electric scooter production, and other electric vehicle industries to enhance power control and efficiency.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be similar mounting systems for electric power control units in vehicles, although specific details may vary.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact vehicle maintenance and repair processes?

This technology could potentially simplify maintenance and repair processes by providing easy access to the electric power control unit for servicing.

What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in vehicle production?

The cost implications of implementing this technology could include initial investment in manufacturing processes and materials, as well as potential long-term savings from improved efficiency and performance.


Original Abstract Submitted

the vehicle may include an electric power control unit configured to supply electric power to a motor. the vehicle may comprise a rear bracket located behind the electric power control unit and fixing the electric power control unit to the power unit. the vehicle may comprise a cable configured to supply high voltage electric power to the electric power control unit. the rear bracket may comprise a plate-shaped base portion and a support portion, the base portion is located along an upper surface of the power unit, and the support portion extends upward from the base portion and is located along a rear surface of the electric power control unit. an outer peripheral edge of the base portion may include a first specific edge that extends along a vehicle width direction and opposes the cable in the vehicle front-rear direction. the first specific edge may be curled or chamfered.