Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240157829). CHARGING SYSTEM simplified abstract
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CHARGING SYSTEM
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Shota Tsukamoto of Mishima-shi (JP)
CHARGING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240157829 titled 'CHARGING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a charging system for a vehicle that charges a traveling battery by supplying power from a charging device that inserts and removes a connector into and from an inlet of the vehicle. The system includes a relay that connects and disconnects an auxiliary battery of the vehicle and the charging device when the inlet and the connector are connected. In case of power loss to the charging device, the relay connects the auxiliary battery to the charging device, allowing power to be supplied from the auxiliary battery and the connector to be automatically removed from the inlet.
- Relay connects and disconnects auxiliary battery and charging device.
- System operates in power loss to supply power from auxiliary battery.
- Connector is automatically removed from the inlet in case of power loss.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other vehicles with traveling batteries that require efficient charging systems.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures continuous charging of the traveling battery even in case of power loss to the charging device. 2. Simplifies the charging process by automatically connecting and disconnecting the auxiliary battery as needed.
Benefits
1. Increased reliability in charging the traveling battery. 2. Improved convenience for vehicle owners. 3. Enhanced safety features in the charging system.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing Vehicle Charging System for Improved Efficiency
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to charging systems for vehicles that involve auxiliary batteries for backup power supply in case of charging device failure.
Unanswered Questions
How does the relay ensure a secure connection between the auxiliary battery and the charging device?
The relay is designed to establish a secure electrical connection between the auxiliary battery and the charging device to ensure efficient power transfer.
What measures are in place to prevent damage to the vehicle's electrical system during power loss situations?
The system likely includes safeguards to protect the vehicle's electrical components from potential damage during power loss scenarios.
Original Abstract Submitted
a charging system that charges a traveling battery of a vehicle by supplying power to the traveling battery from a charging device that inserts and removes a connector into and from an inlet of the vehicle, includes: a relay that electrically connects and disconnects an auxiliary battery of the vehicle and the charging device in a state in which the inlet and the connector are connected. further, in a case where a power to be supplied to the charging device is lost, the charging system operates in a manner that the relay is turned on so that the auxiliary battery and the charging device are electrically connected, power is supplied from the auxiliary battery to the charging device, and the charging device automatically removes the connector from the inlet.
