FILTERED ELECTRICAL PLUG CONNECTOR AND COMBINATION THEREBY

ANSCHLU ELEMENT FOR AN ELECTRICAL VEHICLE

CAPACITIVE CHARGE COUPLING WITH DUAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES AND CHARGING SYSTEM

Electrical [...]external connection on a hybrid vehicle.

Der elektrische Aussenanschluss an einem Elektro- oder Hybridfahrzeug hat eine an der Karosserie des Fahrzeuges fixierte Anschlussmulde (4), in die ein elektrischer Anschlussstecker (12) hineinragt und die ein seitlich einstückig angeformtes Scharniergehäuse aufweist (5), in das ein Scharnierarm (6) eines Aussendeckels (9) hineinragt, so dass dessen Schwenkachse relativ zur Anschlussmulde (4) nach aussen versetzt ist. Die Abdichtung der Anschlussmulde (4) nach aussen erfolgt durch eine umlaufende Dichtung (11), die zwischen einem Aussendeckel (9) der Anschlussmulde (4) und deren Rand vorgesehen ist. Folglich entfällt ein zusätzlicher Deckel, der bisher unmittelbar am einsteckseitigen Ende des Anschlusssteckers (12) erforderlich gewesen ist.

Electrical external connection for an electric or hybrid vehicle.

Der erfindungsgemässe elektrische Aussenanschluss für ein Elektro- oder Hybridfahrzeug hat eine zur Befestigung an der Karosserie des Fahrzeuges bestimmte Anschlussmulde (4), in die ein elektrischer Anschlussstecker (12) hineinragt und die ein seitlich einstückig angeformtes Scharniergehäuse aufweist (5) in das ein Scharnierarm (6) eines Aussendeckels (9) hineinragt, so dass dessen Schwenkachse relativ zur Anschlussmulde (4) nach aussen versetzt ist. Die Abdichtung der Anschlussmulde (4) nach aussen erfolgt durch eine umlaufende Dichtung (11), die zwischen einem Aussendeckel (9) der Anschlussmulde (4) und deren Rand vorgesehen ist. Folglich entfällt ein zusätzlicher Deckel, der bisher unmittelbar am einsteckseitigen Ende des Anschlusssteckers (12) erforderlich gewesen ist.

Loader for a vehicle electrical worker.

L’invenzione riguarda un caricatore per un veicolo elettrico che include un connettore atto a essere inserito nel veicolo elettrico e una linea per comunicare con il veicolo elettrico. La linea include un modulo bimetallico (4) atto a interrompere la comunicazione tra il caricatore e il veicolo, quando una temperatura T nel modulo bimetallico è sopra una soglia predeterminata Tmax.

Charging system for motor vehicle

Electrical connection arrangement (32) for a charging system (10), especially for charing a vehicle battery (14) of a motor vehicle (12), comprising a first connecting element (28) that can be connected to a charging station (20) and that can establish electrical charging contact with the second connecting element (30) which is supported on a mobile platform (12). At least one heating element (40) is integrated into the first connecting element and/or into the second connecting element.

Lock controller and electronic key system for vehicle

A lock controller for controlling a lock mechanism (34) includes averification result holding unit (35) and an operation control unit (36). The verification result holding unit (35) holds a result of ID verification performed on an electronic key (2) through wireless communication. When the operation control unit (36) detects an operation request signal (Son) for the lock mechanism (34), the operation control unit permits operation of the lock mechanism as long as the verification result holding unit (35) holds a result indicating ID verification accomplishment.

Passive charge cord release system for an electric vehicle

In accordance with exemplary embodiments, passive release of a charge cord is provided for a vehicle. The vehicle includes a charging port having one or more sensors for detecting movement of the charging cable relative to the charging port. A transceiver responds to the detected movement by transmitting an authentication request and receiving an authentication signal, which is processed by a controller and unlocks the charging cable from the charging port responsive to verifying the authentication signal. In an exemplary method, an authentication request is transmitted responsive to detecting an uncoupling action of the charging cable from a vehicle. Upon receipt and verification of an authentication signal, the charging cable is automatically unlocked and unlatched facilitating release of the charging cable. In accordance with the exemplary embodiments, the charging cable can be passively released from the vehicle.

APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING CHARGING/DISCHARGING OF BATTERY

Charging device for electric vehicle

The invention provides a charging device for an electric vehicle, which comprises a power supply connector, a power receiving connector, a safe charging signal generating unit and a CAN control module, wherein the power supply connector is provided with one of a charging terminal and a charging terminal accommodating chamber; the power receiving connector is provided with the other one of the charging terminal and the charging terminal accommodating chamber; the safe charging signal generating unit is arranged on the charging device; the CAN control module receives a safe charging signal generated by the safe charging signal generating unit; and when the charging terminal and the charging terminal accommodating chamber are mutually connected and the power supply connector, the power receiving connector are mutually combined and the CAN control module detects the safe charging signal, the charging device charges the electric vehicle. The charging device adopts a double-insurance structure ...

LOCKING MECHANISM TO PROTECT a CATCH FROM LOAD ON a VEHICLE PROVIDED With a BATTERY WITH TRACTION

La batterie de traction d'un véhicule est chargée à partir d'une source de courant par un câble se terminant par un connecteur de charge enfichable dans une prise de charge installée sur le véhicule. Le dispositif de verrouillage (8 - 12) permet de verrouiller un couvercle pivotant (2) de la prise de charge (3) dans une position de sécurité correspondant à une position ouverte déterminée dans laquelle le couvercle (2) empêche l'enlèvement d'un connecteur de charge (4) préalablement introduit dans la prise (3), encastrée dans la paroi extérieure (1) de la carrosserie, en vue de la charge de la batterie (6). Applicable aux véhicules automobiles électriques ou hybrides.

POWER TAKE-OFF FOR AN ELECTRIC MOTOR VEHICLE

DEVICE OF CATCH OF LOAD FOR VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL MOTOR.

FOR THE SECURE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION SYSTEM

L'invention concerne un système de raccordement d'un objet mobile (8) à alimentation électrique, à un équipement (7) de fourniture d'énergie électrique, comportant, côté équipement de fourniture d'énergie électrique : au moins un premier interrupteur mécanique (59) actionnable par l'objet mobile ; et au moins un premier (52) et un deuxième (54) contacts électriques, reliés à un circuit de fourniture d'une tension de charge, ayant chacun une surface accessible au moins en partie électriquement conductrice, ledit premier interrupteur court-circuitant au repos lesdits contacts à la terre.

DEVICE OF CONTACT TO ESTABLISH A CONNECTION LOW TENSION IN A MOTOR VEHICLE

L'invention concerne un dispositif de contact pour établir une connexion basse tension entre un véhicule automobile (1) et un dispositif de charge, comprenant au moins un élément de contact de véhicule automobile (11, 12) qui est associé au véhicule automobile (1), et au moins un élément de contact de charge (15, 16), qui est associé au dispositif de charge. Afin de simplifier l'établissement d'une connexion basse tension entre un véhicule automobile (1) et un dispositif de charge, l'élément de contact de charge (15, 16) présente une surface de contact de charge (17, 18) qui est montée sur le dispositif de charge de manière déplaçable par rapport à une surface de contact du véhicule automobile, et dont la forme est adaptée à la forme de la surface de contact du véhicule automobile, qui est prévue sur l'élément de contact de véhicule automobile (11, 12).

Vehicle battery station electrical recharging having vehicle/vehicle station with pluggable connectors with connectors parallel plane placed and having play up to 20 cm.

L'ensemble comprenant un véhicule (1) susceptible de se déplacer sur une surface et une station (2) distincte du véhicule, munis chacun d'un connecteur (3; 4). Les connecteurs (3; 4) sont enfichables l'un dans l'autre pour une plage de position d'un des connecteurs par rapport à l'autre, les positions dudit connecteur dans la plage s'étendant dans un plan parallèle à la surface. De préférence, l'un (4) des connecteurs comprend deux bornes (19; 20) permettant d'insérer entre elles deux bornes (13; 14) de l'autre connecteur (3).

Socket for use in public charging station for charging battery of motor vehicle, has pin moved against return unit and moved back toward back of socket in actuation position for actuating sensor such that that pin acts on control circuit

L'invention concerne une prise électrique (100) comportant deux bornes de connexion électrique pourvues chacune d'un alvéole pour l'insertion, à l'avant de la prise électrique, d'une broche de connexion d'une fiche, ainsi que des moyens de commande électrique. Selon l'invention, les moyens de commande électrique comprennent, d'une part, un capteur (600) adapté à agir sur un circuit électrique de commande pour générer un ordre de commande, et, d'autre part, un pion (500) unique déplaçable en translation, à l'encontre d'un moyen élastique de rappel (510), selon l'axe d'un premier des deux alvéoles, depuis une première position de repos dans laquelle le pion émerge dans ledit alvéole, jusqu'à une deuxième position d'actionnement dans laquelle le pion est reculé vers l'arrière de la prise électrique et actionne le capteur pour qu'il agisse sur ledit circuit de commande.

Protection part for electrical plug in car, has protection disk arranged to protect body and connection interface of electrical plug when protection part is in protective position, where handle is arranged on protection disk

Pièce de protection (10) d'une fiche électrique (100), la fiche électrique (100) comportant un corps relié à un véhicule par un câble (110) d'un côté et présentant une interface de connexion (120) d'un autre côté, la pièce de protection (10) étant apte à occuper une position de protection sur le câble (110) et comportant des moyens de protection (10a, 10b) agencés pour protéger le corps et l'interface de connexion lorsque la pièce de protection (10) est en position de protection, caractérisé en ce que la pièce de protection (10) comporte des moyens de préhension (20) agencés sur les moyens de protection (10a, 10b) ...

Method for overheat protection of electrical connection socket for connecting e.g. electric vehicle, to electricity distribution network, involves cutting passage of electricity into socket according to overheating state of socket

Procédé de protection contre une surchauffe d'une prise de connexion électrique (50), la prise de connexion électrique (50) connectant un appareil électrique (30) à un réseau de distribution de l'électricité, le procédé comprenant les étapes suivantes : (i) mesure d'une grandeur représentative de la température de la prise de connexion électrique (50) connectée sur le réseau électrique ; (ii) transmission de la mesure de la grandeur représentative à l'appareil électrique (30) ; (iii) détermination par l'appareil électrique (30) d'un état de surchauffe en comparant la mesure de la grandeur représentative avec un seuil de surchauffe ; (iv) limitation ou coupure par l'appareil électrique (30) du passage de l'électricité du réseau de distribution dans la prise électrique en fonction du résultat de l'étape de détermination de l'état de surchauffe (iii).

SYSTEM OF LOAD Of an ELECTRIC VEHICLE OR HYBRID

Système de charge (10) d'un véhicule électrique ou hybride comprenant un connecteur de charge (12) en courant alternatif apte à être connecté à un réseau domestique de distribution d'électricité via une prise de connexion électrique (4) munie d'un dispositif sensible à la température (8), et des moyens de traitement (20, CAN, UT) pour déterminer l'utilisation ou non d'un mode de charge domestique (mode 1), caractérisé en ce que le système de charge comprend en outre des moyens de polarisation (SP, RP) du dispositif sensible à la température, activés lorsqu'un mode de charge domestique est utilisé et des moyens de détermination (24) d'une valeur représentative de la température de la prise de connexion électrique au moyen du dispositif sensible à la température polarisé.

SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATICALLY STORING CYCLES AND FOR OVERPRINTING.

Système automatique comprenant une infrastructure fixe (S, 2, 7) ayant des unités centrales électroniques (56) reliées à des périphériques (3-6, 55, 57, 60, 61) comprenant au moins une interface utilisateur (3, 4), l'unité centrale électronique étant adaptée pour fonctionner selon soit un mode normal où lesdits périphériques fonctionnent, soit au moins un mode d'endormissement dans lequel l'unité centrale électronique arrête au moins certains périphériques, et l'unité centrale électronique du poste de commande étant adaptée pour passer en mode d'endormissement au moins lorsque l'interface utilisateur est restée inutilisée pendant un temps prédéterminé.

SECURE ELECTRICAL OUTLET TEMPERATURE

Prise électrique sécurisée (4) comprenant des contacts de puissance (8) aptes à coopérer avec des contacts de puissance (9) complémentaires d'une prise électrique complémentaire (6), la prise électrique (4) comprenant un premier capteur de température (10) monté à proximité des contacts de puissance (8) de la prise électrique (4) et apte à délivrer un premier signal variable en fonction de la température des contacts de puissance (8) et de la température ambiante. La prise électrique comprend un second capteur de température (11) déporté par rapport aux contacts de puissance (8) de la prise électrique (4) et apte à mesurer un second signal variable en fonction de la température ambiante, et des moyens de commande (12) d'une coupure d'alimentation en fonction des températures mesurées.

DEVICE FOR THE CONNECTION OF A POWER CIRCUIT AND ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING SUCH A CONNECTION SYSTEM

ELECTRICALLY DRIVEN TWO-WHEELED VEHICLE

ELECTRICITY FEEDING DEVICE AND ELECTRICITY FEEDING SYSTEM USING THE SAME

SLOW CHARGING COUPLER WITH CAP WHICH IS CONVENIENTLY MOUNTED AND DETACHED

In a slow charging coupler connected to an inlet arranged in a vehicle for charging an electric vehicle, provided is the slow charging coupler with a cap which is conveniently mounted and detached, which includes: a coupler body; a socket connector part protruding to the front side of the coupler body and connected to the inlet; and the cap fitted into the end of the socket connector part. The cap includes: a cap cover; and an elastic deformation member which is received inside the cap cover and expands the entrance of the cap cover by being elastically deformed if a center part thereof is pressed. Accordingly, the present invention can prevent the cap or the socket connector part from being deformed despite repeated use for a long time and conveniently mount and detach the cap. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

CHARGING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE HAVING EMERGENCY SOCKET DEVICE

The present invention relates to a charging system for an electric vehicle having an emergency socket device. More specifically, the present invention relates to the charging system including an emergency socket device capable of connecting an electric vehicle when a charger breaks down for emergency, enabling that the electric vehicle can be always charged without towing the electric vehicle or causing the electric vehicle not to operate when the charger breaks down since the emergency socket device is interrupted by a switchgear so that only an authorized user can open the switchgear, and preventing unauthorized use of power by blocking use of the emergency socket device by an unauthorized user. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

CHARGING AND BILLING SYSTEM USING A SMART CONNECTOR CAPABLE OF CHARGING BASED ON A SELECTED CHARGING FEE AND CHARGING TIME

PURPOSE: A charging and billing system using a smart connector is provided to easily charge a battery by a fast authentication procedure in short time. CONSTITUTION: A transmission and reception unit(210) communicates with a billing part and a power supply part using wire communication or wireless communication. A display unit(220) confirms an authentication procedure, battery available capacity and a fee. An input and output unit(240) communicates data among the billing part, the power supply part and a smart connector. A control unit(250) controls a magnetic switch and the smart connector. A battery measuring unit(260) measures necessary information for available capacity, a standard and a charge of the battery. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2012 ...

IN-CABLE CONTROL DEVICE FOR CHARGING ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND RESERVATION CHARGING METHOD THEREOF

The present invention relates to an in-cable control device for charging an electric vehicle and a reservation charging method thereof, the in-cable control device comprising: an input unit for receiving selection of a charging mode and setup according to the charging mode; a display unit for displaying a charging state; a warning unit for outputting a warning sound according to a change of the charging state; a power supply unit for supplying power to an on-board charger of an electric vehicle; and a control unit for controlling power supplied to the on-board charger through the power supply unit according to the charging mode and setup inputted through the input unit, displaying the charging state through the display unit, and outputting a warning sound according to a change of the charging state through the warning unit, thereby simultaneously controlling charging time while notifying the charging state to a driver by various methods. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 (10) Input unit (20) Display ...

CHARGING EXTENSION CORD FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

The present invention relates to a technology field of a charging facility of an electric vehicle, and more particularly, to a charging extension cord of an electric vehicle. According to the present invention, the charging extension cord of an electric vehicle comprises an extension cord main body. The extension cord main body includes an extension cord plug connected to a home electrical circuit; an electromagnetic protection switch is connected to the extension cord plug through a primary extension cord; an electric meter is connected to a current output terminal of the electromagnetic protection switch; and an extension cord socket is connected to the current output terminal of the electric meter through a secondary extension cord, and is connected to a charging gun of an electric vehicle. The charging extension cord of an electric vehicle has an electromagnetic protection function to improve stability during charging, is configured to be connected to a home electrical circuit to allow ...

SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING ACCESS TO A VEHICLE CHARGING DEVICE

The invention relates to a system for controlling access to a charging socket on a motor vehicle (1). The charging socket has a lockable cover (3), and a proximity sensor (11) is arranged in the region of the charging socket, said proximity sensor detecting the proximity of a body (4). The proximity sensor (11) is coupled to a control system (17) on the vehicle side. At least one transmitting coil (10) for electromagnetic wake-up signals is connected to the control system, and the control system (17) is designed to control the transmitting coil (10) in order to transmit a wake-up signal in response to the detection of a proximity of a body (4) by means of the proximity sensor (11). An ID transmitter (5) that is separate from the vehicle (1) is designed to receive the wake-up signals, said ID transmitter (5) and control system (17) each having means for carrying out a bidirectional wireless communication in order to authenticate the ID transmitter (5). The control system (17) unlocks the ...

VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLE

A vehicle includes: an accumulator; an electricity-receiving unit for receiving electric power for charging the accumulator from an external power supply; a illumination unit for irradiating the electricity-receiving unit due to a transistor being in an on state, and halting irradiation due to the transistor being in an off state; and a microcomputer for controlling the transistor so that the transistor assumes an off state in response to a connection being established between the external power supply and the electricity-receiving unit, and so that the transistor assumes an on state in response to the external power supply and the electricity-receiving unit being disconnected.

METHOD FOR CHARGING A BATTERY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, AND MOTOR VEHICLE

It should be convenient for the driver of a motor vehicle to end the process of charging the battery (14) of a motor vehicle (100) having an electric drive (10). For this purpose, during charging the motor vehicle continuously or repeatedly detects whether a predetermined object is located in the vicinity of the motor vehicle, and if this is the case, the charging process is ended and latching which is present in this case is lifted. In particular a "keyless entry" function, which exists anyhow in the motor vehicle, can be used; the predetermined object is then an element having a transponder which is recognised by the motor vehicle as soon as the driver of the motor vehicle carrying said element comes close to the motor vehicle.

CHARGING DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE, AND ADAPTER

The invention relates to a charging device for an electric vehicle having the features of the preamble of the main claim, and to an adapter having the features of the first claim. A further coordinate claim relates to an electric vehicle comprising the charging device. The invention provides a charging device for an electric vehicle having a charging cable comprising an electrical plug connector, the electrical plug connector comprising electrical alternating-current contacts for charging with alternating current and also comprising electrical direct-current contacts for charging with direct current. The charging device also has at least one adapter for connecting the electrical alternating-current contacts to a plug socket for alternating current. The adapter can therefore be connected both to the alternating-current contacts of the charging device and to alternating-current contacts of a domestic plug socket. Owing to the adapter, it is possible to charge a motor vehicle throughout the ...

CHARGING CABLE, CHARGING CABLE UNIT, AND CHARGING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A charging cable for an electric vehicle includes a power plug adapted to be detachably connected to a power socket of a commercial power source; a temperature detecting unit for detecting a temperature of the power plug; a cable connector adapted to be detachably connected to an electric vehicle for supplying a charging current to a battery of the electric vehicle; and a switching unit for opening and closing a current path between the power plug and the cable connector. The charging cable further includes a leakage detecting unit for detecting an electric leakage based on a current flowing through the current path; and a power cutoff unit for opening the switching unit when the detected temperature of the temperature detection means exceeds a threshold value or when the leakage detection means detects the electric leakage.

CHARGING CABLE HOUSING DEVICE

This charging cable housing device (1) is provided with: a reel (20) having a rotating drum (23) for winding a charging cable (3); a rest holder (10B) to which the reel (20) can attach in a detachable manner; a rest attachment (30B) capable of attaching to and detaching from the reel (20) and having a connector rest (31B) to which a terminal connector (3D) provided to the charging cable (3) can attach; a connector holder (10A) to which the reel (20) can attach in a detachable manner and which has a holder-side connector (11) capable of electrically connecting to the side of a power source; and a connector attachment (30A) capable of attaching to and detaching from the reel (20), and having a cable-side connector (31A) to which the terminal connector (3D) can attach, and a reel-side connector (32A) electrically connected to the cable-side connector (31A) and capable of connecting with the holder-side connector (11).

ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

A latching of a latch piece (133) to a latch portion (143B)of a lock release unit (140) is released with a latch claw (132) being retracted in a connector fitting portion (111) by swing of a latch arm (131). A latching of an auxiliary latch piece (127) to the latch portion (143B) is released with a lock claw (122) being retracted in the connector fitting portion (111) by swing of a lock arm (121) and an auxiliary arm (126).

ELECTRICAL PLUG CONNECTOR

The invention relates to an electrical plug connector, preferably for use in the field of electrical transportation. According to the invention, an electrical plug connector (1) for electrical connection to a mating electrical plug connector (5), having at least one electrical contact for contacting a mating electrical contact of the mating electrical plug connector, is provided, characterized in that a relief device is provided, which is designed and arranged in such a way that, in the connected state of the plug connector (1) and the mating plug connector (5), the relief device produces a force, of which the main component acts vertically, between the front region of the plug connector (1) and the front region of the mating plug connector (5). Thus a plug connector for applications in electrical transportation is provided, which maintains the positioning in the charging socket even at high power/weight ratios.

CHARGING DEVICE FOR MECHANICAL MULTI-LEVEL PARKING FACILITY AND MECHANICAL MULTI-LEVEL PARKING FACILITY PROVIDED THEREWITH

Provided is a charging device for a mechanical multi-level parking facility. A power-reception device (23) is provided on a pallet (15), and a power-transmission device (24) is provided on a vehicle storage rack (14) (parking structure). Said power-reception device (23) is a single unit comprising the following: a power-reception unit (26) to which power is supplied by the power-transmission device (24); and a socket part (27) to which a charging cable for an electric vehicle is connected. The power-reception unit (26) is placed on the top surface of a curb part (18) of the pallet (15), and the socket part (27) is placed on top of said power-reception unit. The power-reception unit (26) is provided with the following: a contact housing (31) that has an opening (33) that opens towards the widthwise outside of the pallet (15); and a reception-side contact (41) located deeper in said contact housing (31) than the aforementioned opening (33). Said reception-side contact (41) contacts a supply-side ...

ACTUATOR

Provided is an actuator in which a housing space (31) for housing a driving mechanism is formed by combining a housing lower (30) to the lower side and a housing upper (40) to the upper side. A shield wall (210) rises up from the floor surface (33a) of the housing lower (30), the housing lower (30) being perforated by an air hole (220) communicating with an internal space (210a) enclosed by the shield wall (210). A partition wall (230) formed on the inside surface of the housing upper (40) is arranged facing towards a side face of the shield wall (210). This structure makes it difficult for grease to flow inside the housing (20) through the air hole (220) perforating the wall of the housing (20).

VEHICLE CHARGING DEVICE

This vehicle charging device is configured in such a manner that when an interlock detection part (31) detects that connectors (10, 20) have interlocked, the connectors (10, 20) are locked in an interlocking state as a result of a locking part (43) of an actuator (41) advancing and latching onto a receiving part (18). The vehicle charging device is provided with: a locking part detection part (51) that detects whether the locking part (43) of the actuator (41) has advanced to a predetermined locking position; and a power supply control part (71) that puts a power supply line in a conduction state on condition that the locking part detection part (51) has detected that the locking part (43) has advanced to the prescribed locking position.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY WITH A CPA ELEMENT

An electrical connector assembly comprising a first connector having a first casing and a first contact and a second contact, and a second connector having a second casing and a first and a second contact, in which the first and second connectors are adapted to selectively mate and unmate along a mating axis (XX) respectively between an unassembled condition and an assembled condition to electrically connect the first contacts together, the second contacts together, wherein the second connector supports a CPA element carrying one of the contacts, and wherein, in the unassembled condition, the CPA element abuts against an abutment surface borne by one of the first and second connector, thereby preventing movement of the CPA element relative to the second connector between a safety position and an active position, and wherein, in the assembled condition, the CPA element does not abut against said abutment surface so as to be movable relative to the second connector between said safety position ...

PLUG CONNECTOR, DEVICE HAVING A PLUG CONNECTOR, AND CORRESPONDING PLUG CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

The invention relates to a plug connector (10), in particular a receptacle, for establishing an electrical plug connection to a mating plug connector (24), in particular a plug, for an electrical connection of a vehicle having an electric or hybrid drive to a charging device, comprising a plug connector housing (12), which can be installed in a wall opening of a wall and which has at least one fastening area (20) for fastening to the wall, a securing element (26), which can be extended from the plug connector housing (12) and retracted into the plug connector housing (12) for securing a locking mechanism of the two plug connectors (10, 24), and a force-transmitting element (36), which is or can be fastened directly to the fastening area (12) and/or the wall for transferring external forces acting on the securing element (26) in the retraction direction into the fastening area (20) and/or into the wall.

SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING OR RECEIVING ELECTRIC POWER FROM A PARKED VEHICLE

A vehicle and docking facility, with the vehicle equipped to provide to a docking facility at a home or business structure, electric power derived from solar collectors formed on the surface of the vehicle, and the docking facility for receiving such power, or for providing electric energy to the vehicle, depending on a signal from the vehicle indicating whether the vehicle needs to buy electric energy from the docking facility, or can instead sell electric energy to the docking facility. Also provided is a system for providing to the public electric power grid electric power received from a plurality of vehicles, and for compensating the owners for the received electric power, or for charging the vehicles for electric power provided to the vehicles. Corresponding methods of operation are also provided.

METHOD FOR SUPPORTING A REFUELING PROCESS/CHARGING PROCESS OF AN ENERGY STORE OF A VEHICLE

The invention relates to a method for supporting a refueling process/charging process of an energy store of a vehicle (1), comprising at least the following steps: automatically detecting an energy delivery device (2) in the region (10) of a supply opening (11) of the energy store of the vehicle (1), and, in response to the detection, automatically opening a closure element (12) of the supply opening (11) such that the position of the closure element (12) allows the energy delivery device (2) to be connected. The method is characterized in that the energy delivery device (2) is detected by means of optical and/or radio-supported detection. The invention further relates to a method for supporting a refueling process/charging process of an energy store of a vehicle (1), comprising at least the following steps: automatically detecting a predefined motion pattern (3), preferably a predetermined motion of a hand (3), in the region (10) of a supply opening (11) of the energy store of the vehicle ...

DOCKING STATION FOR CONNECTOR FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION

A docking station (15) for stowing an electrical connector (13) adapted to connect a power source to a re-chargeable battery in a vehicle powered at least partially by the battery. The connector has a first end connected to a power cable for coupling the connector to the power source, and a second end (13) that includes multiple first electrical terminals adapted to engage mating second electrical terminals in a receptacle. The second end also includes a protruding latching element (20) adapted to engage a cooperating latching element in a receptacle for latching the connector to the receptacle. A stowing receptacle (30) adapted to receive the second end of the connector when the connector is not in use includes an elongated recess (34) adapted to receive the protruding latching element when the protruding latching element is located anywhere along the length of the elongated recess.

MODULAR CONSTRUCTION OF DC FAST-CHARGING STATIONS

The invention relates to a device for the electrical direct-current fast charging or discharging of energy storage devices (11), wherein a DC/DC converter module has a DC/DC buck converter module (15) without galvanic isolation and, for galvanic isolation, a DC/DC resonant converter module (17). The invention is in particular suitable for the fast charging of energy storage devices (11) of electric vehicles. The invention further relates to a standardized modularization of the device.

CONTROLLING AN ELECTRIC BRAKE OF A UTILITY VEHICLE WHICH HAS A LITHIUM BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A motion control system controls movement of a utility vehicle. The motion control system includes an electric brake that (i) provides mechanical resistance which inhibits a motor of the utility vehicle from turning when the electric brake is unpowered and (ii) removes the mechanical resistance to allow the motor of the utility vehicle to turn when power is provided to the electric brake. The motion control system further includes a lithium BMS having a contactor that closes to provide electrical access to a lithium battery and opens to remove electrical access to the lithium battery. The motion control system further includes control circuitry coupled with the electric brake and the lithium BMS. The control circuitry directs the lithium BMS to maintain closure of the contactor to provide power from the lithium battery to the electric brake in response to receipt of a tow signal.

Antitheft system of charger for electric vehicle

An antitheft system of a charger for an electric vehicle that prevents theft of a charger during charging a battery of the electric vehicle is disclosed. More specifically, a first signal generating portion is provided at the charger, receives a decoupling will of the charger, and generates a decoupling signal. A second signal generating portion generates a position signal, so that anyone who is allowed to handle the electric vehicle possesses the second signal generating portion. A control portion generates an operating signal when both the decoupling signal of the first signal generating portion and the position signal of the second signal generating portion are received by the control portion. Once received, an actuator decouples the charger from the connector once the operating signal from the control portion is received.

CABLE INSTALLMENT TYPE CHARGING CONTROL DEVICE AND METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME

Provided is a plug of a grid-side power cable assembly connected to a cable installment type charging control device for charging an electric vehicle (EV) by using power of a grid-side. An exclusive socket detecting part detects whether a socket connected to the plug is an exclusive socket for the plug. A normal operation signal generating part generates a signal notifying whether the exclusive socket is detected. A voltage dividing part outputs a voltage so that an output voltage in a case in which the grid-side assembly is short-circuited is different from that of the grid-side power cable assembly in a case in which the signal is generated.

VALET EVSE SYSTEM

Female terminal and charging connector

An object of the present invention is to discharge muddy water to the outside of a contact-member accommodating portion and, hence, protect a contact member. The present invention concerns a female terminal 20 into which a male terminal 60 is fittable. The female terminal 20 is provided with a contact member 23 in which a plurality of contact pieces 23A extending in a connecting direction with the male terminal 60 are arranged in a circumferential direction, intermediate parts of the contact pieces 23A in an extending direction are radially inwardly curved, and the contact pieces 23 resiliently come into contact with the male terminal 60 while holding the male terminal 60 by the curved parts, and a terminal main body in which a contact-member accommodating portion 22 for accommodating the contact member 23 inside projects forward from a female-side main portion 21. The contact-member accommodating portion 22 includes a front wall 22A constituting a front end part of the contact-member accommodating ...

Charging cord storing structure for electric vehicle

A charging cord box (76) has a first opening (144) directed to a cord outlet lid (94) and a second opening (145) directed at substantially right angles to the first opening (144), and a charging cord (73) is passed through the first opening (144) and the second opening (145). In storing the charging cord into the box, the charging cord can be lowered spontaneously by its own weight. Further, in drawing the charging cord from the box, a base portion of the charging cord is merely bent and no undue external force is applied to the charging cord. Accordingly, damage to the charging cord can be suppressed. ...

Electrical connecting system of a socket of a multipole connecting device

The invention relates to a device for the electrical connection of the socket of a multipin plug device, especially for motor vehicles, in which the socket (1) is attached in a sealed manner to the front side (V) of a holding part (2) such that it rests thereon, and a connecting plug (5) can be plugged onto a contact supporting insert, which is held in the socket housing (3), a closing cap (6) being provided to produce a quick plug connection and to prevent the ingress of moisture, which closing cap (6) rests in a sealing manner on the rear side of the holding part (2), passes through an opening (7) in the holding part (2) from the rear side (R), and can be fixed axially relative to the holding part (2) by means of at least one locking element (8). ...

ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО

Группа изобретений относится к транспортным средствам, снабжаемым множеством типов источников энергии. Транспортное средство по первому, второму и третьему варианту содержит первый модуль привода, первый модуль накопления, первый модуль приема энергии, первый элемент крышки, первый модуль соединения, второй модуль привода, второй модуль накопления, второй модуль приема энергии, второй элемент крышки, второй модуль соединения, механизм управления открытием/закрытием первого и второго элемента крышки. Транспортное средство по второму варианту дополнительно содержит устройство управления открытием/закрытием первого элемента крышки и второго элемента крышки, модуль вывода, модуль приведения в действие модуля вывода. Модуль вывода включает в себя модуль подачи предупреждающих сигналов. Транспортное средство по третьему варианту дополнительно содержит первый модуль измерений и второй модуль измерений. Первый модуль измерений измеряет период времени, в течение которого первый элемент крышки находится ...

КОМПОНОВОЧНАЯ СТРУКТУРА ДЛЯ КОЖУХА ПОРТА ЗАРЯДКИ

Компоновочная структура для кожуха порта зарядки включает в себя порт (15) зарядки, имеющий входное отверстие (21) для зарядки в части (17) отверстия порта зарядки, предоставляемом на кузове транспортного средства, и крышку (7), которая закрывает часть (17) отверстия порта зарядки и является открываемой и закрываемой на кузове транспортного средства. Компоновочная структура дополнительно включает в себя кожух (35) порта зарядки, присоединенный к крышке (7) в открытом состоянии, чтобы закрывать открытые секции (16, 18) между частью (17) отверстия порта зарядки и крышкой (7). Крышка (7) крепится к кузову транспортного средства посредством шарниров (5) с возможностью открытия и закрытия. Открытые секции (16, 18) находятся на боковых частях крышки (7) и части (17) отверстия порта зарядки в осевом направлении (X) шарниров (5) и на передней части в направлении (Y), ортогональном к осевому направлению (X) шарниров (5).Технический результат заключается в предотвращении несанкционированного доступа ...

LOADING - AND SHUT-OFF DEVICE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Lade- und Absperrvorrichtung für Elektrofahrzeuge (1), vorzugsweise Elektrofahrräder, mit einem Rahmen (2) und einem am oder im Rahmen (2) angeordneten Akku (3), mit einem Ladekabel (10) zum Aufladen des Akkus (3) an einer Ladestation (4), wobei das Ladekabel (10) zumindest teilweise mit einem Sicherungselement (11), beispielsweise einem Seil, einem Metallgewebeschlauch oder einer Kette, verstärkt ist, einen an einer Ladebuchse (5) der Ladestation (4) absperrbar ansteckbaren Verriegelungs-Ladestecker (12) und einen mit dem Akku (3) elektrisch verbindbaren Akkustecker (13) aufweist. Erfindungsgemäß ist ein mit dem Sicherungselement (11) verstärkter Abschnitt des Ladekabels (10) als Ladesperrseil (14) ausgeführt, das an einem Ende den Verriegelungs-Ladestecker (12) und am anderen Ende zumindest ein Fixierungselement, beispielsweise einen Fixierungsring, eine Fixierungsschlaufe (15) und/oder ein Seilschloss (25) aufweist, mit deren oder dessen Hilfe das Ladesperrseil ...

ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR SYSTEM

Methods and compositions are disclosed utilizing the optically pure (2R,4S) isomer of itraconazole. This compound is a potent drug for the treatment of local and systemic fungal, yeast, and dermatophyte infections, while avoiding the concomitant liability of adverse effects associated with the racemic mixture of intraconazole.

DISPENSING SYSTEM CABLE

LOCK DEVICE, LOCK DEVICE CONTROLLER, AND ELECTRONIC KEY SYSTEM

The invention provides a simple-structured lock device, a lock device controller and an electronic key system. The lock device is arranged in a vehicle including an inlet and an operation switch. The vehicle is configured to perform a predetermined control operation corresponding to the operation switch when the condition that verification of an authentic electronic key through wireless communication has been accomplished and the condition that a normal operation of the operation switch has been performed are both satisfied. The lock device includes a lock mechanism that locks a locking subject related with the inlet. A controller controls the lock mechanism to switch the locking subject between a lock state and an unlock state when the condition that the verification of the authentic electronic key has been accomplished and the condition that a special operation of the operation switch has been performed are both satisfied.

Charging lid device for vehicle

For automatically setting up a temporary electrical connection system

Receptacle

Provided is a receptacle having a structure for connecting a mobile object (100), which is provided with a supplying port (110), with a fuel supply device (200), which is connected to the supply port (110) and supplies the mobile object (100) with a fuel and external power. The fuel supply device (200) is provided with a first conductive section (21), which includes the supply port (110) and supplies the mobile object (100) with the fuel through a fuel supply channel (211) formed inside when being connected; a second conductive section (40), which is arranged on the outer circumference side of the first conductive section (21) and supplies the mobile object (100) with the external power when being connected; an insulating section (30) for electrically insulating the first conductive section (21) from the second conductive section (40); and a grounding (50) for grounding the first conductive section (21).

Power conversion device

System for controlling device mounted on vehicle and vehicle

A power source device for a vehicle, which can be charged from an outside power source (90) provided outside the vehicle. The power source device has a main battery (BA) and a battery pack (39) that can be removed from the vehicle. The battery pack (39) includes an auxiliary battery (BB1) for driving electrical loads (inverters (14, 22)) common to the main and auxiliary batteries (BA, BB1) and also includes a connector (52) provided with a first storage section for storing information on the auxiliary battery (BB1). The electric power device further has a control device (30) for performing control about the main battery (BA) and also performing control about the auxiliary battery (BB1) by reading information from the first storage section.

Electric vehicle

For identifying vehicles and between the outside of the power supply the charging/method of operating mode of the system, through the identification method and the system mode of operation of the system

PORTABLE DEVICE FOR PUTTING AN ELECTRICAL CABLE, IN PARTICULAR A CABLE LOAD FOR AN ELECTRIC OR HYBRID VEHICLE

CONNECTION SYSTEM FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

TOGETHER COMBINES Of a VEHICLE HAS PROPULSION AT LEAST PARTIALLY ELECTRIC AND Of a STATION OF LOAD

SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATICALLY STORING CYCLES AND FOR OVERPRINTING.

TRAP DOOR OF CATCH OF LOAD FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND VEHICLE EQUIPS With SUCH a TRAP DOOR.

Electrical connector and more particularly charging connector.

MALE ELEMENT OF ELECTRIC CONNECTION, CONVEYS AND STATION OF REFILL COMPRISING SUCH A MALE ELEMENT, AND TOGETHER OF ELECTRIC CONNECTION

Cet élément mâle (4) de raccordement électrique destiné à être emmanché dans un élément femelle et comprenant une fiche (41) s'étendant selon un axe longitudinal (A4), comprend un manchon (43) entourant la fiche (41) et mobile par rapport à la fiche (41). La fiche (41) ou le manchon (43) comporte au moins un contact électrique (412, 413, 414) destiné à venir en connexion électrique avec un contact électrique porté par l'élément femelle. La surface extérieure de connexion (S412, S413, S414) du contact électrique (412, 413, 414) de l'élément mâle (4) est recouverte par le manchon (43) ou la fiche (41) dans une première position axiale du manchon (43) par rapport à la fiche (41), et découverte dans une seconde position axiale du manchon (43) par rapport à la fiche (41). Une surface radiale externe (436) du manchon (43) comporte au moins deux étages (433, 434) dont les diamètres (D433, D434) diminuent en se rapprochant d'une extrémité libre (401) de l'élément mâle (4).

Vehicle e.g. electric or hybrid electric-thermal motor vehicle, has locking unit locking trap door, and unlocking unit e.g. electric/hydraulic actuator, unlocking trap door via remote control, where supply box is obturated by trap door

L'invention a pour objet un véhicule (1) électrique (2) ou hybride thermique(3)-électrique(2), comportant une batterie (4), une prise (5) électrique pour charger la batterie (4) en énergie électrique, la prise (5) étant logée dans un boîtier (6) d'alimentation du véhicule (1), le boîtier (6) d'alimentation étant obturé par une trappe (7), et des moyens de verrouillage de la trappe caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte une télécommande (9) et des moyens de déverrouillage (10) de la trappe (7) via cette télécommande (9).

EJECTION DEVICE OF A PISTOL PRODUCT MIXTURES

Ce dispositif (10) d'éjection d'un pistolet (20) pour la recharge d'un véhicule automobile comporte un moyen (11, 12) d'éjection configuré pour éjecter le pistolet (20) lors de l'activation du moyen (11, 12) d'éjection. Le dispositif (10) comporte en outre un moyen de détection d'un choc subi par le véhicule, le moyen (11, 12) d'éjection étant activé lorsqu'un choc est détecté par le moyen de détection.

DEVICE FOR EXPELLING A GUN CHARGE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

ELECTRICAL PLUG PROVIDED WITH IDENTIFICATION MEANS, ELECTRICAL PLUG AND ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY THEREFOR.

SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATICALLY STORING CYCLES AND FOR OVERPRINTING.

Hybrid vehicle, has socket includes swiveling assembly for orienting movable plug when plug is coupled to socket, so that plug is placed in front of access door for filling neck to prevent or limit opening of filling neck

L'invention concerne un véhicule hybride (1) comprenant un moteur thermique associé à un réservoir de carburant présentant un goulot (9) pour son remplissage, un moteur électrique associé à une batterie reliée à un socle de connexion (7,21) pour sa recharge en énergie électrique par raccordement avec une prise mobile (15, 23), ledit goulot (9) de réservoir et ledit socle de connexion (7, 21) étant chacun accessible depuis l'extérieur du véhicule (1) au moyen de trappes (3, 5) d'accès distinctes, le véhicule (1) étant remarquable en ce que les trappes (3, 5) d'accès au goulot (9) du réservoir et au socle de connexion (7, 21) sont disposées adjacentes l'une à l'autre et en ce le socle de connexion (7, 21) présente des moyens pour orienter la prise mobile (15, 23) lorsqu'elle est accouplée audit socle (7, 21) afin qu'au moins une partie de ladite prise soit disposée devant la trappe d'accès (3) au goulot (9) de remplissage du réservoir de sorte à en empêcher ou à en limiter l'ouverture.

CONNECTOR Of FOOD FOR the REFILL Of an ELECTRIC VEHICLE

ELECTRIC CONNECTOR ADAPTS FOR the CONNECTION Of an ELECTRIC FENCER WITH a CONSUMING DEVICE OR ELECTRIC CHARGER

La présente invention concerne un connecteur électrique adapté pour le branchement d'un dispositif accumulateur électrique avec un dispositif consommateur ou chargeur électrique, comprenant deux pièces emboîtables l'une mâle (1) et l'autre femelle (2) munies, à l'avant, de contacts électriques complémentaires. Ces pièces emboîtables (1, 2) comportent des moyens (19, 20) pour leur verrouillage en configuration connectée, qui coopèrent avec une structure de préhension (6) montée mobile en translation entre deux positions sur l'une desdites pièces emboîtables (1) : - une position avant, dans laquelle lesdits moyens de verrouillage (19, 20) sont en position active, et - une position arrière, dans laquelle ces moyens de verrouillage (19, 20) sont en position inactive ; la structure de préhension (6) est manoeuvrée en translation de ladite position avant à ladite position arrière, selon une direction correspondant, au moins approximativement, à la direction de translation des pièces emboîtables ...

SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATICALLY STORING CYCLES AND FOR OVERPRINTING.

Système automatique comprenant une infrastructure fixe (S, 2, 7) qui comporte plusieurs stations (BS) comportant chacune un poste de commande (2) fonctionnant sur batterie (59) et le poste de commande comportant une unité centrale électronique (56) reliée à un système de mesure (59a, 59b) adapté pour mesurer en permanence une puissance électrique reçue par la batterie et une puissance électrique délivrée par la batterie au poste de commande, et l'unité centrale électronique du poste de commande étant adaptée pour déterminer une énergie restante dans la batterie par intégration d'une différence entre la puissance électrique reçue par la batterie et la puissance électrique délivrée par la batterie.

DEVICE OF TRAP DOOR OF ELECTRIC CATCH OF CHARGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE COMPATIBLE WITH THE PEDESTRIAN SHOCK

Un dispositif de trappe (1) de prise de charge électrique pour véhicule électrique, comportant : - un châssis (3) comprenant une ouverture (11) et un boîtier (5) adjacent à l'ouverture (11), le boîtier (5) présentant un orifice (17), - un portillon mobile (9) formant trappe apte à fermer l'ouverture (11) du châssis, - un élément d'articulation (7) du portillon (9) logé dans le boîtier (5), - un couvercle (13) apte à fermer l'orifice (17) du boîtier, caractérisé en ce que le couvercle (13) est monté sur l'orifice (17) du boîtier de manière à être écarté de cet orifice à au moins un bord (21) de celui-ci, en position fermée sur le boîtier (5), le couvercle (13) étant maintenu écarté du bord (21) par un moyen de maintien (23) apte à permettre au couvercle d'être déplacé de façon amortie vers le bord (21) sous un choc, notamment le choc d'un piéton sur une zone de la paroi de carrosserie (2) du véhicule couvrant le dispositif de trappe (1).

SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATICALLY STORING CYCLES AND CYCLE FOR SUCH A SYSTEM.

Access flap for electric charging connector of electric vehicle, has locking tab extending towards interior of vehicle, where flap is locked by actuator in its defined intermediate position and totally closes opening in its closed position

L'invention propose un trappe d'accès à un dispositif de recharge pour un véhicule automobile, la trappe étant montée pivotante par rapport à une ouverture d'un élément de carrosserie du véhicule entre une position fermée dans laquelle la trappe obture totalement l'ouverture et peut être verrouillée par un actionneur commandé, et une position extrême ouverte dans l'ouverture est totalement dégagée. Selon l'invention, la trappe d'accès comporte une position intermédiaire définie pouvant être verrouillée par l'actionneur commandé.

DEVICES FOR IN-FLIGHT REFUELING AIRCRAFT AND ELECTRICAL STORAGE SYSTEM INCLUDING SUCH A DEVICE

LIMIT OF LOAD FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE, STATION AND SYSTEM IMPLEMENTING SUCH A TERMINAL.

L'invention concerne une borne (400) de charge pour véhicule électrique comprenant au moins un moyen de connexion électrique (402), dit connecteur de borne, prévu pour coopérer avec au moins un moyen de connexion électrique d'un véhicule, dit connecteur de véhicule, pour établir une liaison électrique pour transporter un signal électrique de ladite borne (400) vers ledit véhicule, ladite borne de charge (400) comprenant en outre : - au moins un moyen (404), dit de contrôle, autorisant ou interdisant le passage d'un signal électrique de charge vers ledit connecteur de borne (402), - au moins un moyen (406-410) de détection de la connexion dudit connecteur de borne (402) avec ledit connecteur de véhicule, et - au moins un moyen (412) pour commander ledit moyen de contrôle (404) pour autoriser ou interdire le passage dudit signal électrique de charge en fonction d'au moins une donnée de détection fournie par le moyen de détection (406-410).

Method for connecting charger of battery management system of e.g. electric vehicle at power supply station, involves determining total maximum current that flows through connectors depending on determined flowing current

Un procédé est dédié à l'alimentation électrique d'un équipement (CH) d'un système (V) au niveau d'un poste d'alimentation (PR) et via au moins deux connecteurs (CN1-CN4) propres à fournir chacun un courant choisi. Ce procédé comprend une étape dans laquelle on raccorde en parallèle au moins deux des connecteurs (CN1-CN3) entre l'équipement (CH) et le poste d'alimentation (PR), de manière à alimenter cet équipement (CH) avec la somme des courants qui sont fournis par les connecteurs (CN1-CN3) raccordés.

POWER SUPPLY DEVICE FOR THE REMOVABLE EQUIPMENT, IN PARTICULAR FOR CHARGING THE BATTERY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

La présente invention concerne un dispositif d'alimentation électrique comprenant : au moins un poste d'alimentation électrique (100) relié à une source d'alimentation électrique (1), au moins un module (200) embarqué respectivement dans chaque équipement à charger à partir du poste d'alimentation électrique (200), et un câble (30) adapté pour relier de façon amovible le poste d'alimentation électrique (100) et chaque module (200), le câble (30) comprenant trois fils : un fil de terre (33) et deux fils (31, 32) véhiculant un signal électrique de puissance utile à la charge, caractérisé par le fait que chaque module embarqué (200) comprend un émetteur (210) et chaque poste d'alimentation électrique (100) comprend un récepteur (110) associé, l'émetteur (210) étant adapté pour générer entre le fil de terre (33) et l'un au moins des fils de puissance (31, 32) un signal périodique de test de continuité de terre et des données de commande du processus de charge.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING CONNECTOR THEFT PREVENTION METHOD AND APPARATUS

The present invention relates to an electric vehicle charging connector theft prevention method and an apparatus. According to one embodiment of the present invention, a control method of a charging connector theft prevention apparatus comprises: a step of confirming a connection between a socket of a vehicle and a charging plug provided from a charging connector at the outside of the vehicle when a theft prevention mode is activated; a step in which the socket of the vehicle and the charging plug are locked when starting charging; a step of determining an unlock condition of the charging plug via communication with a smart-key; and a step of outputting a warning horn or a warning light after receiving a removal signal if the unlock condition is not satisfied. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 (AA) Start (BB) End (S10) Input information whether a theft prevention mode is activated from an input unit (S20) Confirming a connection between charging plugs provided from a socket of a vehicle and a charging ...

전기차 배터리 교환 시스템 및 방법

... 전기차 배터리 교환 시스템 및 방법이 개시된다. 전기차 배터리 충전소에 구비되며, 교체형 전기차 배터리를 충전하고 상기 교체형 전기차 배터리의 배터리 정보를 상기 교체형 전기차 배터리에 구비된 NFC(near field communication) 메모리로부터 독출하여 송신하는 전기차 배터리 충전 장치; 전기차에 구비되며, 상기 전기차 배터리 충전 장치에 의해 충전된 교체형 전기차 배터리가 장착되며, 상기 전기차의 차량 정보를 상기 NFC 메모리에 자동 저장하는 전기차 배터리 랙(rack); 상기 전기차 배터리 충전 장치로부터 상기 교체형 전기차 배터리의 배터리 정보를 수신하고, 수신된 배터리 정보를 이용하여 상기 교체형 전기차 배터리의 관리 정보를 생성하는 전기차 배터리 관리 서버를 구성한다. 상술한 전기차 배터리 교환 시스템 및 방법에 의하면, 교체형 전기차 배터리를 이용하여 별도의 충전 시간을 소모하지 않고 간단하게 배터리 교체만으로 쉽게 전기차를 운행시킬 수 있는 효과가 있다. 더군다나 교체형 전기차 배터리와 이를 장착한 전기차를 NFC 메모리를 이용하여 교체형 전기차 배터리 관리 서버에서 관리할 수 있도록 구성됨으로써, 교체형 전기차 배터리의 수명과 그 사용 이력을 관리하여 배터리를 안전하게 사용하고 수명이 된 적시에 폐기시킬 수 있는 효과가 있다.

CHARGING CONNECTOR INCLUDING INNER SEAL FOR PREVENTING SEPARATION

The present invention provides a charging connector including an inner seal for preventing separation. The charging connector including an inner seal for preventing separation includes: a housing part with a hollow shape; a plurality of charging terminal parts formed in the hollow part of the housing part and formed along the longitudinal direction of the housing part; a cover part installed in the other side of the housing part to fix the other ends of a plurality of charging residual parts; and an inner seal part which is fitted and fixed to the inner circumference of the housing part by forming a fixing force in different directions and is movable backward along the outer side of the housing part by an external force. Accordingly, the present invention can easily prevent the inner seal from being separated. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

CHARGING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Provided is a charging system for an electric vehicle, which can prevent the occurrence of a progressive tax due to the charging of the electric vehicle and expand the charging infrastructure of the vehicle by distinguishing the charging of the electric vehicle using an in-cable control box (ICCB) from the use of general electrical devices. The charging system for an electric vehicle comprises: an electrical connection means for slow charging for receiving electricity when connected to an RFID power socket and having an RFID card installed therein to certify the charging of the vehicle; the RFID power socket having an RFID recognition device installed therein and determining whether the electrical connection means for slow charging is connected to charge the vehicle through the reading of the RFID card by the RFID recognition device at the time of the connection of the electrical connection means for slow charging; a charging service provider server for gathering predetermined vehicle information ...

LOCKING DEVICE FOR CHARGING CONNECTOR

The present invention relates to a locking device for a charging connector. In the present invention, a protrusion (72) of a plug lever (70) of a connector is hung on a protrusion (22) formed on an edge of one side of a mounting groove (20) of a housing (10). While the protrusion (72) is hung on the protrusion (22), a switch (42) of a switch assembly (40) senses the plug lever (70) to transmit the same to a control unit by means of a switch cap (56). When the plug lever (70) is sensed by the switch (42), an actuator (30) is operated. An adapter (34) is installed at the front end of a driving shaft (32) of the actuator (30). A driving rod (37) is located to be adjacent to the switch assembly (40) in the adapter (34). Accordingly, the present invention has the housing (10) of which the size is not large, and senses whether the plug lever (70) is accurately placed on the correct position, such that charging connectors are charged while the same are coupled with each other. Therefore, accidents ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING QUIESCENT STATE IN MOTOR VEHICLE

The present invention relates to a method for monitoring a quiescent state in a motor vehicle. In accordance with the method, a wake-up controller (10) of a control device selects at least one peripheral component among a plurality of peripheral components of the motor vehicle connected to a control device in a quiescent state. The wake-up controller (10) checks an operating state of the selected peripheral component and wakes up the motor vehicle from the quiescent state depending on the operating state. In addition, the present invention relates to the corresponding apparatus, the corresponding computer program and the corresponding storing medium. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 (AA) Push button 2 (BB) Push button 1 ...

Circuit arrangement for power distribution in a motor vehicle

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING DEVICE

The purpose is to provide an electric vehicle charging device capable of preventing arc discharge when disconnecting a power supply connector and a vehicle-side connector. An electric vehicle charging device provided with: a power supply connector () for supplying electrical energy from outside the vehicle; a vehicle-side connector () for connecting to the power supply connector () and positioned in the vehicle; a spring () for generating repulsive force in the direction in which the power supply connector () and the vehicle-side connector () separate; and an engaging part () for detecting the disconnection of the power supply connector () and the vehicle-side connector (); wherein the spring () generates repulsive force in the direction in which the power supply connector () and the vehicle-side connector () separate when the engaging part () detects that the power supply connector () and the vehicle-side connector () have disconnected. 1. An electric vehicle charging apparatus comprising:a feeder connector that connects with a vehicle-side connector of an electric vehicle from outside of the electric vehicle and supplies electric energy;a repulsion force generation section that generates a repulsion force with such a directionality as to cause the feeder connector and the vehicle-side connector to break off from each other;a latch release section that detaches the feeder connector and the vehicle-side connector by being pressed anda disengagement detection section that detects disengagement between the feeder connector and the vehicle-side connector when the latch release section is not in a pressed state, whereinwhen the disengagement detection section detects disengagement between the feeder connector and the vehicle-side connector, the repulsion force generation section causes the feeder connector and the vehicle-side connector to break off from each other by means of the repulsion force.2. The electric vehicle charging apparatus according to claim 1 , further ...

CONNECTOR HANDLE FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERY CHARGER

A connector handle for an electric vehicle battery charger is provided. The connector handle includes a latch that is operable to a locked position and an unlocked position. The connector handle also includes an electric circuit configured to provide an enable indication and a disable indication. The connector handle also includes an actuator button moveable to a first position where the latch is in the locked position and the electric circuit provides the enable indication, a second position where the latch is in the locked position and the electric circuit provides the disable indication, and a third position where the latch is in the unlocked position and the electric circuit provides the disable indication. 1. A connector handle for an electric vehicle battery charger , said connector handle configured to electrically connect and mechanically lock the connector handle to an electric vehicle , said connector handle comprising:a latch operable to a locked position where the connector handle is locked to the vehicle and an unlocked position where the connector handle is not locked to the vehicle;an electric circuit configured to provide an enable indication that indicates that electrical power to charge a battery of the vehicle should be supplied to the connector handle and a disable indication that indicates electrical power should not be supplied to the connector handle;an actuator button in operable communication with the latch and the electric circuit, wherein said actuator button is moveable to a) a first position where the latch is in the locked position and the electric circuit provides the enable indication, b) a second position where the latch is in the locked position and the electric circuit provides the disable indication, and c) a third position where the latch is in the unlocked position and the electric circuit provides the disable indication.2. The connector handle in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said actuator button passes through the second ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CHARGING ELECTRIC VEHICLES

An electric vehicle charger determines the presence of an electric vehicle when the electric vehicle is in proximity to the charger. Validation of account data associated with the electric vehicle occurs over a network. A docking interface on the charger aligns to a receptacle on the electric vehicle. The docking interface and the receptacle are coupled when the docking interface is within a predetermined distance to the receptacle. The charger supplies power to the electric vehicle. 1. A method for charging an electric vehicle comprising:determining a presence of an electric vehicle proximate to a charger;validating a user account data associated with the electric vehicle;aligning a docking interface on the charger to a receptacle on the electric vehicle;coupling the docking interface to the receptacle when a proximity is less than a predetermined distance; andsupplying power from the charger to the electric vehicle.2. The method of wherein aligning the docking interface to the receptacle comprises detecting a plurality of features on the receptacle and positioning the docking interface relative to the receptacle in response thereto.3. The method of wherein positioning the docking interface is further responsive to at least one of a coaxial alignment of the docking interface relative to the receptacle claim 2 , the proximity of the docking interface relative to the receptacle claim 2 , a roll alignment of the docking interface relative to the receptacle claim 2 , a pitch alignment of the docking interface relative to the receptacle and a yaw alignment of the docking interface relative to the receptacle.4. The method of wherein responding to the coaxial alignment comprises maintaining an equal distance between a centroid feature on the receptacle and each of at least three other features on the receptacle disposed along a spherical arc that is concentric to the centroid feature.5. The method of wherein responding to the proximity comprises maximizing a distance ...

Charging connection apparatus for a motor vehicle

A motor vehicle ( 2 ) has a vehicle body ( 4 ) and at least one electrical energy storage means. A charging connection apparatus is mounted to the vehicle body ( 4 ) and can be connected to a charging plug ( 8 ) supplied from the outside for charging the electrical energy storage means. The charging connection apparatus has an adapter ( 10 ) mounted to the vehicle body ( 4 ), a charging housing ( 12 ) mounted to the adapter ( 10 ) and a plug ( 14 ) mounted in the charging housing ( 12 ). The plug ( 14 ) is connected to the electrical energy storage means and can be connected to the charging plug ( 8 ). The adapter ( 10 ), the charging housing ( 12 ) and the plug ( 14 ) are configured to conform to the charging plug ( 8 ) in the country where the motor vehicle ( 2 ) is used.

CORD HOUSING DEVICE AND VEHICLE

A cord housing device includes an enclosure, a cord capable of being stored in the enclosure and drawn out from the enclosure, and a plug provided at an end of the drawing out side of the cord, and connectable to an external power supply. In a natural state, the cord is formed so as to bend back at a bent provided at intervals in the length direction of the cord, and extend in a meandering manner. In the enclosure, the cord is stored such that the region of the cord located between bents overlap each other. 1. A cord housing device comprising:an enclosure,a cord capable of being stored in said, and drawn out from said enclosure, anda plug provided at an end of the drawing out side of said cord, and connectable to an external power supply,said cord formed so as to bend back at bents provided at intervals in a length direction of said cord, and extend in a meandering manner,said cord stored in said enclosure such that a region of said cord located between said bents overlap each other,said cord including a core wire and an insulative coating covering said core wire,in a straightened state of said cord, a projection being formed at a region of said insulative coating corresponding to a bending outer circumferential side of the bent, andsaid projection biasing said cord to bend back.2. (canceled)3. The cord housing device according to claim 1 , wherein said enclosure includes a first support supporting one side face of said cord in a stored state claim 1 , and a second support supporting the other side face of said cord in the stored state.4. The cord housing device according to claim 3 , wherein said first support and said second support are sidewalls of said enclosure.5. The cord housing device according to claim 3 , wherein said a distance between said first support and said second support is less than or equal to two times a width of said cord.6. The cord housing device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , at a cross section perpendicular to the length direction ...

CHARGING CONNECTOR

A charging connector () is provided to be connected to a vehicle-side connector () for charging a battery in a vehicle. The charging connector () has a main body () including a connector fitting () connectable to the vehicle-side connector, a lock () for holding the vehicle-side connector () and the connector fitting portion () in a connected state by being locked to a lock projection () on the vehicle-side connector (), an unlocking portion () for canceling the locked state of the lock () and the lock projection (), and an unlocking hole formed in the connector main body () at a position corresponding to the unlocking portion (). The unlocking portion () projects to the outside of the main body () through the unlocking hole () and includes recesses () at positions facing the peripheral edge of the unlocking hole (). 110505010. A vehicle charging connector () configured to be coupled to a vehicle-side connector () to charge a vehicle battery via the vehicle-side connector () , the vehicle charging connector () comprising:{'b': 11', '12, 'a case body (; );'}{'b': 13', '11', '12', '50, 'a connector fitting () provided on the case body (; ) and configured to be coupled to the vehicle-side connector (); and'}{'b': '20', 'a lever (), wherein the lever comprises{'b': 21', '11', '12, 'a lever shaft () accommodated in the case body (; );'}{'b': 22', '21', '52', '50', '13', '50, 'a lock () provided on one end of the lever shaft () and configured to engage with a lock projection () of the vehicle-side connector () to maintain the connector fitting () and the vehicle-side connector () in a coupled condition; and'}{'b': 23', '21', '22', '52, 'an unlocking portion () provided on the other end of the lever shaft () and operable to release an engagement between the lock () and the lock projection (),'}{'b': 21', '26', '22, 'wherein an upper surface of the lever shaft () comprises a water guide () adjacent to the lock (), and'}{'b': 26', '26, 'wherein the water guide () comprises a ...

ELECTRIC VEHICLE DOCKING CONNECTOR WITH EMBEDDED EVSE CONTROLLER

A portable electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) kit or system includes a docking connector having a docking head engagable with the charging port of an electric vehicle and a barrel or handle fixed to the docking head and having a barrel electrical connector. An EVSE controller is embedded within the docking connector. An electric power cable has a first connector for engaging the barrel electrical connector and a second connector at an opposite end of the cable for connection to an electrical utility receptacle. The embedded EVSE controller enables the docking connector to function as an EVSE unit. 1. An electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) kit for charging an electric vehicle through a charging port of the electric vehicle , comprising: a head having a head end engagable with the charging port of the electric vehicle, and a barrel comprising a barrel docking end and a barrel cable end, said barrel docking end attached to said head;', 'a first plurality of conductors extending into said barrel from said barrel cable end and a second plurality of conductors extending into said head from said head end;', 'an embedded EVSE controller inside said docking connector connected between said first and second pluralities of conductors., 'a docking connector comprising2. The EVSE kit of further comprising: plural cable conductors;', 'first and second cable ends;', 'a power-receiving electrical connector on said first cable end connected to said plural cable conductors;', 'wherein said second cable end of said power cable and said barrel cable end of said barrel are adapted for connection of said plural cable conductors of said cable with said first plurality of said conductors of said barrel., 'a power cable comprising3. The EVSE kit of wherein said second cable end of said power cable and said barrel cable end of said barrel are attached to one another claim 2 , and said plural cable conductors are connected to said first plurality of conductors of said barrel.4. The ...

CHARGE CORD LOCKING/UNLOCKING ACTUATOR

A locking mechanism secures a plug of a charging cord in a charging receptacle of a vehicle and includes an actuator, a linear-actuated cam connected thereto and driven along a linear travel path thereby (the cam defining a slot therein positioned at an angle relative to the path), and a locking arm pivotally mounted at a pivot point to a component disposed adjacent the arm. The arm includes a follower pin that engages the slot. The arm pivots about the point to move between locked and unlocked positions in response to movement of the cam along the path. A housing of the vehicle includes the receptacle, a charging interface connected with the plug to allow current to flow from a charging unit to a system of batteries of the vehicle during a charging operation, and the mechanism. 1. A locking mechanism for securing a plug of a charging cord in a charging receptacle of a vehicle , the locking mechanism comprising:an actuator;a linear-actuated cam connected to the actuator, driven along a substantially linear travel path by the actuator, and defining a cam slot formed therein positioned at an angle relative to the linear travel path; anda locking arm pivotally mounted at a pivot point to a component disposed adjacent to the locking arm and including a follower pin that engages the cam slot, wherein the locking arm is configured to pivot about the pivot point to move between a locked position and an unlocked position in response to movement of the linear-actuated cam along the linear travel path.2. The locking mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the actuator includes a DC motor that is configured to move a system of gears to move an actuating pin along the linear travel path and the actuating pin is connected to the linear-actuated cam and configured to move the linear-actuated cam along the linear travel path.3. The locking mechanism of claim 2 , wherein the linear-actuated cam includes a first end and a second end claim 2 , the actuating pin is connected to the first end ...

STATION FOR RAPIDLY CHARGING AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERY

A vehicle charging station is provided. The vehicle charging station includes a charging source providing an electrical charge, a coolant source providing coolant and a connector having both an electrical supply section delivering the electrical charge and a coolant supply section delivering the coolant. The connector is capable of connecting to a vehicle. A connector for a vehicle charging station and an electric vehicle are also provided. 1. An electric vehicle comprising:an electric battery powering a drive system of the vehicle;a charging connector receptacle for removably receiving a connector of a charging station, the receptacle including a coolant inflow section for receiving coolant an electrical inflow section for receiving electrical charge from the charging station;a coolant conduit between the electric battery and the receptacle configured to direct coolant from the coolant inflow section of the receptacle into an interior of the electric battery to remove heat generated internally within the electric battery during charging; andan electrical power connection between the electrical battery and the receptacle.2. The electric vehicle as recited in wherein the electric battery includes a housing and a plurality of battery cells inside of the housing claim 1 , the coolant conduit directing coolant inside of the housing to remove the heat generated internally within the electric battery.3. The electric vehicle recited in wherein the electrical power connection includes an electrical conduit.4. The electric vehicle recited in further comprising a vehicle controller connecting to a charging station.5. The electric vehicle as recited in wherein the vehicle controller receives information on a present chemistry of the electric battery and provides the information to the charging station.6. The electric vehicle as recited in further comprising voltage sensors sensing voltages of cells of the electric battery and providing the voltages to the vehicle controller.7. ...

CHARGER FOR MULTIPLE ELECTRIC VEHICLES WITH TOGGLE SWITCH FEATURE

A charging station for an electric vehicle comprises an electric vehicle charging apparatus, a plurality of plugs, wherein each plug connects the charging apparatus with an electric vehicle, a toggle switch in the charging apparatus for activating and deactivating current from the charging apparatus to each of the plurality of plugs and a processor configured for detecting when charging is complete for a first electric vehicle connected to a first plug, deactivating current to the first plug and activating current to a second plug connected to a second electric vehicle. 1. A charging station for an electric vehicle , comprising:an electric vehicle charging apparatus;a plurality of plugs, wherein each plug connects the charging apparatus with an electric vehicle;a toggle switch in the charging apparatus for activating and deactivating current from the charging apparatus to each of the plurality of plugs; anda processor communicatively coupled with the toggle switch, the processor configured for detecting when charging is complete for a first electric vehicle connected to a first plug of the plurality of plugs, and transmitting a command to the toggle switch, wherein the command is configured for deactivating current to the first plug and activating current to a second plug connected to a second electric vehicle.2. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein each plug consists of a cord extending from the charging apparatus and a terminal located at the end of the cord for coupling with a terminal on an electric vehicle.3. The charging station of claim 2 , wherein the toggle switch consists of an electrical relay that both opens and closes a circuit to a plurality of electrical paths.4. The charging station of claim 2 , further comprising a receiver communicatively coupled with the processor claim 2 , the receiver configured for receiving a status report from each electric vehicle coupled with any of the plurality of plugs claim 2 , wherein a status report indicates a ...

HALF FITTING PREVENTION CONNECTOR

A half fitting prevention connector includes a cylindrical case, a connector body for supplying electric power that is slidably accommodated in a front half part of the cylindrical case, a lever rotatably attached to the cylindrical case, and a holder that has a lever receiving portion for receiving an end portion of the lever. The connector body is moved in the cylindrical case in accordance with a rotational operation of the lever. The holder is provided on a rotation locus of the lever. The end portion of the lever is received in the lever receiving portion of the holder in a state that the connector body is completely fitted with a mating connector by the rotational operation of the lever. 1. A half fitting prevention connector , comprising:a cylindrical case;a connector body for supplying electric power that is slidably accommodated in a front half part of the cylindrical case;a lever rotatably attached to the cylindrical case; anda holder that has a lever receiving portion for receiving an end portion of the lever,wherein the connector body is moved in the cylindrical case in accordance with a rotational operation of the lever;wherein the holder is provided on a rotation locus of the lever; andwherein the end portion of the lever is received in the lever receiving portion of the holder in a state that the connector body is completely fitted with a mating connector by the rotational operation of the lever.2. The half fitting prevention connector according to claim 1 , further comprising:a handle that has a distal end portion to which the connector body is attached, and slides together with the connector body in accordance with the rotational operation of the lever, a holder body which is attached to the handle; and', 'a slider which is slidably attached to the holder body and is urged in a first direction by an elastic member;, 'wherein the holder includeswherein the slider has the lever receiving portion and a projection with a tapered face; andwherein in ...

CONNECTOR

A connector main body of a connector accommodates a contact unit, a power cut-off unit that has an electric conductor unit, and open and close a power feeding path between an electrically driven vehicle and an electric power apparatus by bringing into contact or opening electric conductor unit, and an abnormality detection unit that detects an abnormality that occurs on power feeding path, or receives an abnormality signal from outside, an abnormality transmission unit that, when abnormality detection unit detects abnormality or receives abnormality signal, mechanically opens electric conductor unit, and a handle that mechanically brings into contact or opens electric conductor unit in a state in which abnormality detection unit does not detect abnormality and does not receive abnormality signal. Abnormality detection unit detects at least one of a short-circuit current and an overload current that occur on power feeding path as abnormality. 1. A connector for electrically connecting between a device to be charged that has an electrical storage unit and an electric power apparatus that controls at least one of an electric power supply to the device to be charged and an electric power supply from the device to be charged , the connector comprising:a contact unit configured to electrically connect an electric cable that is electrically connected to one of the device to be charged and the electric power apparatus to the other of the device to be charged and the electric power apparatus that is not connected to the electric cable; anda connector main body,wherein the connector main body accommodates:the contact unit;a power cut-off unit configured to have an electric conductor unit that is serially connected to the electric cable, and open and close a power feeding path between the device to be charged and the electric power apparatus by bringing into contact or opening the electric conductor unit;a first abnormality detection unit configured to detect an abnormality ...

Method and device for adjusting a load current as a function of an internal resistance

The invention relates to a method and a device for adjusting a load current during operation of a load which is connected to a supply line of a power supply system via load connections. An internal resistance of the power supply system effective on the load connections is determined and used for adjusting the load current. The basic idea of the present invention is based on the determination and monitoring of the internal resistance of the supplying power grid so as to early recognize potential risks and to initiate appropriate measures. From the determined internal resistance value, a statement can be made with regard to the quality of the power supply system, such as a building installation, from the main power distribution to the supply line in the supplying cable outlet to the load connections. 110214. A method for adjusting a load current (I) during the operation of a load (L) which is connected to a supply line () of a power supply system () via load connections () ,characterized in that{'sub': i', 'l, 'b': 2', '14, 'an internal resistance (R) of the power supply system () which is effective on the load connections () is determined and used for adjusting the load current (I).'}2. The method according to claim 1 ,characterized in that{'sub': 'i', 'the internal resistance (R) is constantly monitored for an exceedance of a predefinable internal resistance limit during the load operation.'}3. The method according to claim 1 ,characterized in that{'sub': i', 'k', 'l, 'b': 14', '1', '2', '3', '14, 'for determining the internal resistance (R), at least one terminal voltage (V) applied at the load connections () between an outer conductor (L, L, L) and a neutral conductor (N) and the associated load current (I) flowing through the load connections () are measured.'}4. The method according to claim 3 ,characterized in that{'sub': i', 'l', 'k, 'the internal resistance (R) is determined through a load current change (ΔI) while at the same time a voltage difference (ΔV) ...

CHARGING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

There is provided a charging device for a vehicle, which carries out timer charging in which the charging device, is set in a standby state without charging until charging start time comes when the charging start time is set. The charging device includes a charger that charges an electrical storage device of the vehicle with electric power supplied from a device outside the vehicle, a cable lock mechanism () that locks a charging cable in a state where the charging cable is connected to an inlet, and an electronic control unit () that determines whether to carry out timer charging or carry out instant charging without carrying out the timer charging on the basis of a state of a switch associated with operation of the cable lock mechanism (). 1. A charging device for a vehicle , the vehicle configured to carry out timer charging in which the charging device is set in a standby state without charging until charging start time comes when the charging start time is set ,the charging device comprising:a charger configured to charge an electrical storage device of the vehicle with electric power supplied from a device outside the vehicle;a lock mechanism configured to lock a charging cable in a state where the charging cable is connected to an inlet; andan electronic control unit configured to determine whether to carry out the timer charging or carry out instant charging without carrying out the timer charging based on a state of a switch, the state of the switch being associated with operation of the lock mechanism, and the electronic control unit being configured to control the charger.2. The charging device according to claim 1 , whereinthe electronic control unit is configured to control the charger such that the charger carries out the instant charging when the switch is operated within a predetermined period of time from when the charging cable is connected to the inlet.3. The charging device according to claim 1 , whereinthe electronic control unit is configured ...

ELECTRICAL CONNECTING DEVICE AND CHARGING CABLE FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

An electrical connecting device for a charging cable is for charging an electric vehicle. The electrical connecting device includes a network-side first connecting element for electrically connecting the connecting device to an electrical supply network and a charging-cable-side second connecting element for connecting the connecting device to a network-side connector of the charging cable. The first connecting element includes at least two contact elements, each connected in an electrically conductive manner to one of at least two contact elements of the second connecting element; and a first temperature sensor, used for temperature monitoring and which is electrically connected to the second connecting element via a communication cable. The second connecting element has a further contact, connectable to a corresponding further contact of the network-side connector of the charging cable to transmit a signal of the temperature sensor to the charging cable. 1. An electrical connecting device for a charging cable for charging an electric vehicle , the electrical connecting device comprising:a supply system-end first connecting device to electrically connecting the electrical connecting device to an electrical power supply system; anda charging cable-end second connecting device to electrically connecting the electrical connecting device to a supply system-end plug of the charging cable,the supply system-end first connecting device including at least two contact elements, each electrically conductively connected to one of at least two contact elements of the charging cable-end second connecting device,the supply system-end first connecting device including a first temperature sensor for temperature monitoring purposes,the first temperature sensor being electrically connected to the charging cable-end second connecting device via a communications line,the charging cable-end second connecting device including a further contact, electrically conductively connectable to a ...

Automotive Exterior Lamp Assembly With Charge Port

A vehicle includes a battery charger and an exterior lamp assembly. The assembly includes a housing defining a cavity, and an electrical port including at least one electrical terminal disposed within the cavity, electrically connected with the battery charger, and configured to be electrically connected with an electrical power grid remote from the vehicle. 1. A vehicle comprising:a battery charger; andan exterior lamp assembly including an electrical port electrically connected with the battery charger and configured to be electrically connected with an electrical power grid remote from the vehicle.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes an illumination source claim 1 , further comprising at least one controller configured to claim 1 , in response to the battery charger being operational claim 1 , activate the illumination source.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes an interface configured to display information related to the battery charger or vehicle.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the electrical port includes at least one electrical terminal oriented in a generally downward direction.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes a housing defining a cavity and wherein the at least one electrical terminal is disposed within the cavity.6. The vehicle of claim 5 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes a panel to conceal the cavity.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the panel is a door.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly is a tail lamp assembly claim 1 , a head lamp assembly claim 1 , a turn signal lamp assembly claim 1 , a side marker lamp assembly claim 1 , or a center high mount stop lamp assembly.9. A vehicle subsystem comprising:an exterior lamp assembly including an illumination source and an electrical port configured to be electrically connected with a power source remote from the vehicle.10. The ...

CHARGING AND DISCHARGING SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A charging and discharging system includes an electric storage device, a connection port configured to supply electric power between the electric storage device and the outside of a vehicle, a charger configured to receive electric power from the outside of the vehicle via the connection port and to supply the electric power to the electric storage device, a power converter configured to receive electric power from the electric storage device and to output the electric power from the connection port to the outside of the vehicle, a voltage detector configured to detect a voltage across output nodes of the power converter, and a control unit configured to control the power converter. The control unit causes the power converter to output electric power after checking that the voltage across the output nodes is in an inactive state when a command for outputting electric power from the power converter is received. 1. A charging and discharging system comprising:an electric storage device;a connection port configured to supply electric power between the electric storage device and the outside of a vehicle;a charger configured to receive electric power from the outside of the vehicle via the connection port, the charger being configured to supply the electric power to the electric storage device;a power converter configured to receive electric power from the electric storage device, the power converter being configured to output the electric power from the connection port to the outside of the vehicle;a voltage detector configured to detect a voltage of an output node of the power converter; andan electronic control unit configured to control the power converter such that the power converter outputs electric power after the electronic control unit checks that the voltage of the output node is in an inactive state when the electronic control unit receives a command for outputting electric power from the power converter.2. The charging and discharging system according to ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE CHARGING

A vehicle that is capable of vehicle-to-vehicle charging is disclosed. The vehicle may include a processing unit configured to receive a request to charge a first battery of a first vehicle, respond to the request to offer the charge, and authorize the charge. The vehicle may further include a battery configured to charge the first battery. 1. A vehicle , comprising: receive a request to charge a first battery of a first vehicle different from the vehicle;', 'respond to the request to offer the charge; and', 'authorize the charge; and, 'a processing unit configured toa battery configured to charge the first battery.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the request comprises an amount of power requested by the first vehicle.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a charging circuit coupled to the battery to provide charging to the first battery.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is configured to limit an amount of power transfer from the battery to the first battery.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a touch display on an exterior surface of the vehicle and coupled to the processing unit claim 1 , wherein the touch display is configured to receive an input passcode claim 1 , and the processing unit is configured to authorize the charge based on the passcode.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the touch display is on a B-pillar of the vehicle.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a wireless receiver coupled to the processing unit claim 1 , the wireless receiver being configured to receive the request wirelessly and send the request to the processing unit.8. A method for vehicle-to-vehicle charging claim 1 , the method comprising:receiving, by a processing unit of a second vehicle, a request to charge a first battery of a first vehicle;authorizing the charge by the processing unit of the second vehicle;connecting the first battery and a second battery of the second vehicle; andcharging the first battery with the second ...

PLUG CONNECTOR

The invention relates to a plug connector for electrically connecting an electric vehicle to a charging device, comprising a pug or a socket () and an electromechanically driven locking device (), wherein the plug or the socket () is configured for establishing an electrical connection to a second socket or a second plug of a second plug connector associated with the electric vehicle or the charging device, the locking device () is movable axially to the plug-in direction co of the plug or socket () to mechanically lock and/or unlock an interconnected plug/socket pair (), and the locking device () and/or the plug or the socket () has a centring device () configured in such a way that the locking device () can be detachably fastened in a form-fitting manner to the plug or to the socket () in a position predetermined by the centring device (). A significantly simplified assembly is thus made possible, even where space is restricted. 1. A plug connector for electrically connecting an electric vehicle to a charging device , comprising a plug or a socket and an electromechanically driven locking device , whereinthe plug or the socket is configured for establishing an electrical connection to a second socket or a second plug of a second plug connector associated with the electric vehicle or the charging device,the locking device is movable axially to the plug-in direction of the plug or the socket to mechanically lock and/or unlock an interconnected plug/socket pair, andthe locking device and/or the plug or the socket has a centring device configured in such a way that the locking device can be detachably fastened in a form-fitting manner to the plug or to the socket in a position predetermined by the centring device.2. The plug connector according to claim 1 , wherein the centring device is configured in such a way that the predetermined position can be reached by fastening the locking device to the plug or to the socket by means of a first movement of the locking device ...

VEHICLE-SIDE CONNECTOR

A vehicle-side connector () is connectable to a charging connector () for charging a battery in a vehicle and includes a housing () on the vehicle such that the charging connector () can fit therein from the front. Terminal fittings () connected respectively to wires (P, S) are drawn out from the interior of the vehicle including the battery. Terminal accommodating chambers () are provided in the housing () and the respective terminal fittings () are inserted therein from behind. Each terminal fitting () is a round pin terminal () with a terminal connecting portion () on one end for connection to a charging terminal in the charging connector () and a wire connecting portion () on the other end to be crimped to an end of the wire (P, S). The terminal connecting portion () is retained in the terminal accommodating chamber (). 1. A vehicle-side connector to be connected to a charging connector to charge a battery mounted in a vehicle , comprising:a housing provided on the vehicle such that the charging connector is fittable thereinto from front;terminal fittings respectively connected to a plurality of wires drawn out from the interior of the vehicle including the battery; anda plurality of terminal accommodating chambers provided in the housing and configured such that the respective terminal fittings are accommodated thereinto by being inserted from behind;wherein:the terminal fitting is a round pin terminal formed by being bent to include a terminal connecting portion to be connected to a charging terminal provided in the charging connector on one end side and a wire connecting portion to be crimped to an end of the wire on the other end side;an insulating tube portion made of synthetic resin is provided on the outer periphery of a bent portion of the terminal fitting; anda locked groove is formed on a base end part of the terminal connecting portion in the terminal fitting, and the terminal connecting portion of the terminal fitting is retained and accommodated in ...

CONNECTOR DEVICE

A connector device includes a motor-side connector including a motor-side terminal , an inverter-side connector including an inverter-side terminal , a motor case including the motor-side connector , and an inverter case including the inverter-side connector , the connectors being fitted together when the inverter case is stacked on and fastened to the motor case using bolts . When the fastening of the cases is completed, a predetermined gap is ensured between opposing surfaces B, A of the connectors 1. A connector device comprising:a motor-side connector including a motor-side terminal;an inverter-side connector including an inverter-side terminal;a motor case including a female screw base and the motor-side connector;an inverter case including a top surface wall opposing the female screw base and the inverter-side connector; anda fitting bolt including a bolt body formed with a flange and a flanged nut, the bolt body having a male screw portion threadedly engaged in a screw hole formed in the female screw base, wherein the bolt body is inserted into the insertion hole in the top surface wall, and, with the nut fixedly attached, the flange of the nut is received on an upper surface of the top surface wall, wherein a predetermined amount of gap is ensured between the flange of the bolt body and a lower surface of the top surface wall, and the threaded engagement of the male screw portion is stopped when the flange of the bolt body is abutted on an upper surface of the female screw base,the motor-side connector and the inverter-side connector being fitted together when the inverter case is stacked on and fastened to the motor case by bolting,wherein a predetermined gap is ensured between opposing surfaces of the motor-side connector and the inverter-side connector when the fastening of the motor case and the inverter case is completed.2. The connector device according to claim 1 , wherein the inverter case is set to be pulled to a position before being stacked on the ...

CHARGING-CABLE STORAGE DEVICE

Provided is a charging-cable storage device that includes a holder-side socket to be electrically connected to a side of a charging power supply, a holder provided with the holder-side socket, a reel that is attachably and detachably attached to the holder and that includes a rotating drum to wind up the charging cable, and a reel-side socket that is provided to the reel and fitted to the holder-side socket to thereby electrically connect the side of the charging power supply and the charging cable to each other. At least either the holder-side socket or the reel-side socket is rotatable, and the holder and the reel are provided with respective identification marks. 1. A charging-cable storage device configured to store a charging cable for use in an electrically-driven vehicle having an electric motor for traveling , the device comprising:a holder-side socket to be electrically connected to a side of a charging power supply;a holder provided with the holder-side socket;a reel that is attachably and detachably attached to the holder and that comprises a rotating drum to wind up the charging cable; anda reel-side socket that is provided to the reel and fitted to the holder-side socket to thereby electrically connect the side of the charging power supply and the charging cable to each other,wherein at least either the holder-side socket or the reel-side socket is rotatable, andwherein the holder and the reel are provided with respective identification marks indicating a position in which the reel-side socket is fittable to the holder-side socket.2. The storage device according to claim 1 ,wherein the identification mark on the holder is provided in a position visually observable from a side of the reel in a process of attaching the reel to the holder.3. The storage device according to claim 1 ,wherein the identification mark on the holder is provided on an outer peripheral side of the holder.4. The storage device according to claim 1 ,wherein the identification mark ...

REINFORCED BASE PAD COVER

Techniques for improving the structural integrity of wireless power base and vehicle pads are provided. An example of a wireless electric vehicle pad with a foreign object detection system according to the disclosure includes a reinforced base pad cover including an interior side with a plurality of columns, and a foreign object detection loop array comprising a plurality of loop centers, the foreign object detection loop array being disposed on the interior side of the reinforced base pad cover such that each of the plurality of loop centers is disposed around a corresponding column in the plurality of columns. 1. A wireless electric vehicle pad with a foreign object detection system , comprising:a reinforced base pad cover including an interior side with a plurality of columns; anda foreign object detection loop array comprising a plurality of loop centers, the foreign object detection loop array being disposed on the interior side of the reinforced base pad cover such that each of the plurality of loop centers is disposed around a corresponding column in the plurality of columns.2. The wireless electric vehicle pad of further comprising:a coil holder including a first side and a second side, wherein the second side includes a plurality of slots and is disposed on the foreign object detection loop array such that each of the plurality of slots is disposed around a corresponding column in the plurality of columns; andat least one coil disposed on the first side of the coil holder.3. The wireless electric vehicle pad of wherein the foreign object detection loop array comprises at least one planar substrate with a plurality of conductors disposed on or within the at least one planar substrate.4. The wireless electric vehicle pad of wherein the foreign object detection loop array comprises at least one wire loop disposed around each of the plurality of columns.5. The wireless electric vehicle pad of wherein the plurality of columns and the plurality of loop centers ...

Management system for refueling and charging of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle

A system for managing refueling and charging of a plug-in hybrid vehicle is provided to prevent charging from being performed simultaneously with refueling to prevent accidents attributable to the occurrence of gas fumes and static electricity. The system includes a plurality of input units configured to receive instructions for refueling and charging a battery. A fueling/charging controller is configured to determine whether a process for refueling and a process for charging the battery are progressing and to start a process that corresponds to the instruction input from any one of the plurality of input units when neither the process for refueling nor the process for charging the battery is progressing.

APPARATUS THAT AUTOMATES THE CONNECTING PROCESS BETWEEN A PRIMARY CONNECTOR AND A SECONDARY CONNECTOR FOR CHARGING AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Provided is an automated electrical connection apparatus for an electric vehicle. The automated electrical connection apparatus employs a primary connector connection apparatus at a charge site and a secondary connector connection apparatus on a vehicle. In its non-use state, the primary connector at the charge site is flush with the surface of the ground. When the charging system is activated, the primary connector will extend up from the surface of the ground to engage the secondary connector on the vehicle. The automated electrical connection apparatus provides a means to align the corresponding electrical connection within primary and secondary apparatus to establish a connection between the primary connector at the charge site and the secondary connector on the vehicle. Once the charging cycle is terminated, the component parts of the charging system will retract back to the flush position. 1. An automated electrical connection apparatus for charging a battery on an electric vehicle comprising: a pop-up apparatus positioned under a ground surface that is capable of being adjusted between an in use or extended position out of the ground surface and a non-use, retracted or stowed position beneath the ground surface, wherein the pop-up apparatus comprises a container positioned under the ground surface, wherein the container includes a bottom end, an open top and at least one side wall comprising an inside wall and an outside wall,', 'wherein the pop-up apparatus further comprises a primary adjustment mechanism having a top end and a bottom end positioned within the container and a primary connector cover housing an electrical connection device connected to the top end of the primary adjustment mechanism, wherein the primary connector cover is flush with the ground surface when the primary adjustment mechanism is in the retracted or stowed position', 'wherein the open top of the container includes a crown which provides a surface for the primary connector cover to ...

WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER SYSTEM AND OBJECT POWER SUPPLY DEVICE

A wireless power transfer system includes: a power supply primary coil capable of performing wireless power transfer; and a power supply secondary coil capable of performing the wireless power transfer between the power supply primary coil and the power supply secondary coil. The power supply secondary coil contains a secondary coil wire for the wireless power transfer and forms a secondary outer shape having a projecting surface on at least a part of the secondary outer shape, and the power supply primary coil and the power supply secondary coil are capable of performing the wireless power transfer, with the projecting surface of the secondary outer shape directed to the power supply primary coil. 1. A wireless power transfer system that performs wireless power transfer , the wireless power transfer system comprising:a power supply primary coil capable of performing the wireless power transfer; anda power supply secondary coil capable of performing the wireless power transfer between the power supply primary coil and the power supply secondary coil, whereinthe power supply secondary coil contains a secondary coil wire for the wireless power transfer and forms a secondary outer shape having a projecting surface on at least a part of the secondary outer shape, andthe power supply primary coil and the power supply secondary coil are capable of performing the wireless power transfer, with the projecting surface of the secondary outer shape directed to the power supply primary coil.2. The wireless power transfer system according to claim 1 , whereinthe secondary outer shape has a projecting curved surface on at least a part of the secondary outer shape, andthe power supply primary coil and the power supply secondary coil are capable of performing the wireless power transfer, with the projecting curved surface of the secondary outer shape directed to the power supply primary coil.3. The wireless power transfer system according to claim 2 , whereina gravity center point ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING AUXILIARY POWER TO AN ELECTRIFIED VEHICLE

A power supply system for an electrified vehicle according to an exemplar aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, a primary power source and an auxiliary power source configured to selectively supply power in place of or in addition to the primary power source. At least one electrical connector is configured to connect the auxiliary power source to the power supply system. 1. A power supply system for an electrified vehicle , comprising:a primary power source;an auxiliary power source configured to selectively supply power in place of or in addition to said primary power source; andat least one electrical connector configured to connect said auxiliary power source to said power supply system.2. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said primary power source is a high voltage battery.3. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said auxiliary power source is a portable generator.4. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said auxiliary power source is configured to selectively offload energy demand from said primary power source.5. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said at least one electrical connector is disposed near a rear end of said electrified vehicle or under a hood of said electrified vehicle.6. The system as recited in claim 1 , comprising a plurality of different electrical connectors incorporated into said power supply system.7. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said auxiliary power source is disposed on a shelving assembly mountable to a trailer hitch of said electrified vehicle.8. The system as recited in claim 1 , comprising a cluster display configured to select a load to place on said auxiliary power source.9. The system as recited in claim 8 , wherein said cluster display includes at least a display unit and at least one input device.10. The system as recited in claim 1 , comprising a control unit configured to sense power communicated to said at least one electrical connector.11. A method claim 1 , ...

DISCHARGING CONTROL SYSTEM OF VEHICLE, DISCHARGING CONNECTOR, VEHICLE, AND DISCHARGING CONTROL METHOD OF VEHICLE

A discharging control system of a vehicle that supplies power to a load device outside the vehicle via a power cable, includes a connection signal line, a detector, and a controller. The connection signal line is configured such that a potential thereof changes in response to a discharging connector provided on the power cable being connected to the vehicle. The detector is configured to detect the potential of the connection signal line. The controller is configured to control a physical quantity related to the power supplied from the vehicle to the load device, based on the potential detected by the detector. 1. A discharging control system for a vehicle that supplies power to a load device outside the vehicle via a power cable , the discharging control system comprising:a connection signal line configured such that a potential of the connection signal line changes in response to a discharging connector provided on the power cable being connected to the vehicle;a detector configured to detect the potential of the connection signal line;a controller configured to control a physical quantity related to the power supplied from the vehicle to the load device, based on the potential detected by the detector; anda circuit, whereinthe discharging connector includes a connecting portion that connects the power cable to the vehicle; andthe connecting portion has a shape according to at least one of a required voltage and a maximum current value of the load,the circuit changes the potential of the connection signal line according to the shape of the connecting portion.2. The discharging control system according to claim 1 , whereinthe circuit includes a variable resistor that is connected to the connection signal line, and in which a resistance value changes according to the shape of the connecting portion.3. The discharging control system according to claim 1 , whereinthe connecting portion has a concavo-convex portion; andat least one of a size and a position of the ...

Vehicle and control method for vehicle

A vehicle includes an electric power supply, an external terminal, a lid, a switch, and an electronic control unit. The lid is disposed in the external terminal. The switch is disposed at an electric circuit between the external terminal and the electric power supply. The electronic control unit is configured to close the switch while the output or the input of the electric power is performed through the external terminal. The electronic control unit is configured to open the switch during traveling. The electronic control unit is configured to execute welding diagnosis for the switch. The electronic control unit is configured to determine whether to permit the vehicle to travel based on a result of the welding diagnosis and an open-closed state of the lid.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION

An electric vehicle charging system includes a computing device having a processor and a memory storage device. The computing device is programmed to initiate electric charging of an electric vehicle and provide access to a different vehicle while the electric vehicle is charging. An example method that may be executed by the charging station includes detecting a first vehicle at a charging station, initiating electric charging of the first vehicle at the charging station, transmitting a lock signal to a charge cord of the charging station to lock the charge cord to the first vehicle, providing access to a second vehicle while the first vehicle is charging, detecting a return of the second vehicle to the charging station, and transmitting an unlock signal to the charge cord to unlock the charge cord from the first vehicle. 1. An electric vehicle charging system comprising:a computing device having a processor and a memory storage device, wherein the computing device is programmed to initiate electric charging of a first vehicle and provide access to a second vehicle while the first vehicle is charging.2. The electric vehicle charging system of claim 1 , wherein the computing device is programmed to output a lock signal to lock a charge cord to the first vehicle.3. The electric vehicle charging system of claim 2 , wherein the computing device is programmed to output an unlock signal to unlock the charge cord.4. The electric vehicle charging system of claim 3 , wherein the computing device is programmed to receive a receipt signal representing a return of the second vehicle to the charging system.5. The electric vehicle charging system of claim 4 , wherein the computing device is programmed to generate the unlock signal in response to receiving the receipt signal.6. The electric vehicle charging system of claim 1 , further comprising a user interface device programmed to receive a user input and transmit the user input to the computing device.7. The electric vehicle ...

FAST CHARGING HOME SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A system for fast charging an electric vehicle includes a power plug, a charger, a stationary battery, a DC/DC converter, at least one DC fast charge connector and a control unit. The power plug may be a plug which is operatively configured to engage with a standard 120V power source or a 240V power source. The charger may be a unidirectional charger or a bidirectional charger. The DC fast charge connector is adapted to be removably affixed to an electric vehicle. The control unit is in communication with at least two of the charger, the DC/DC converter, the stationary battery, and the DC fast charge connector to provide fast charge to an electric vehicle. 1. A system for fast charging an electric vehicle comprising:a power plug;a charger that is one of a unidirectional charger or a bidirectional charger;a stationary battery;a DC/DC converter;at least one DC fast charge connector adapted to be removably affixed to an electric vehicle; anda control unit in communication with the charger, DC/DC converter, the stationary battery, and the DC fast charge connector.2. The system of wherein the power plug is configured to be in electric communication with one of a 240V power source or a 120V power source.3. The system of wherein the stationary battery is operatively configured to provide power back to a grid upon receiving a control signal from the control unit.4. The system of wherein the bidirectional charger is operatively configured to provide energy management and backup services to the house via energy stored in the stationary battery.5. The system of wherein the power plug claim 1 , the charger claim 1 , the stationary battery claim 1 , the DC/DC converter claim 1 , the control unit and at least one DC fast charge connector form a complete system which may be installed at a home residence.6. The system of wherein the at least one DC fast charge connector removably couples the vehicle to at least one of the control unit or the DC/DC converter.7. The system of wherein ...

System for Automatically Connecting a Parked Vehicle to a Power Source, Using Intersecting Lines of Contacts

Owning an electrically-powered vehicle or plug-in hybrid requires the owner to plug the vehicle into an electrical outlet every so often in order to re-charge the battery. Present methods to eliminate this chore have shortcomings. A typical robotic arm used has multiple servo motors for manipulation in 3 dimensions and rely on a camera and image processing for sensory inputs, making the system costly and error-prone. Or, the driver is required to dock the vehicle. The invention herein greatly simplifies the system by relying on a power source supplying an in-ground line of contacts and a pantograph, which is at right angles to this line, being lowered from the vehicle onto it. The two lines intersect at some point. Electronic signals sent through the contacts enable the power source subsystem to provide a charging voltage to the appropriate contact, thus completing a vehicle battery-charging circuit. 1. A system for automatically connecting a parked vehicle to a power source , consisting of two subsystems , a ‘vehicle subsystem’ in a vehicle , and a ‘power source subsystem’ in a designated parking spot , 'in order to cause the system to automatically accomplish the task of connecting a pair of battery-charging contacts from the vehicle to a pair of power-providing contacts from the power source subsystem.', "wherein the system requires the driver to take no action that is different from parking an unequipped vehicle in an ordinary parking spot, that is, the driver needs only to stop the vehicle arbitrarily within the confines of the spot and turn the vehicle's main power switch off,"}2. The system according to claim 1 , being almost-flush with the ground, creating no vertical structures that may obstruct the driver in maneuvering the vehicle in and around the spot, nor creating any dips in the ground that may be prone to collecting water,', 'the power source contacts, being safe in their non-charging state when touched by a human or animal, having no voltage on them ...

VEHICLE CHARGING SYSTEM

A charge system includes a base, a platform including a projecting plug, at least three interlinked legs, and a first and second sets of articulating joints. The at least three interlinked legs are of a fixed same length and are mechanically biased to be perpendicular to the base. The first and second sets of articulating joints respectively connect opposite ends of the legs with the platform and base such that, responsive to a force on the plug, the legs tilt while remaining parallel to each other and the platform remains parallel with the base. 1. A charge system comprising:a base;a platform including a projecting plug;at least three interlinked legs of fixed same length mechanically biased to be perpendicular to the base; andfirst and second sets of articulating joints respectively connecting opposite ends of the legs with the platform and base such that, responsive to a force on the plug, the legs tilt while remaining parallel to each other and the platform remains parallel with the base.2. The charge system of claim 1 , wherein the projecting plug is coupled with the platform via a twisting joint such that the projecting plug can rotate about a central axis of the plug.3. The charge system of claim 2 , wherein the projecting plug includes a guide pin that is configured to cooperate with a receptacle that includes a tapered surface and slot claim 2 , such that a rotation occurs between the plug and receptacle until the plug and receptacle are aligned claim 2 , after which the receptacle is configured to accept the plug inserted to a depth as determined by a length of the slot.4. The charge system of claim 2 , wherein the twisting joint is a wrist joint.5. The charge system of claim 1 , wherein the at least three interlinked legs form a parallel manipulator.6. The charge system of claim 5 , wherein the parallel manipulator is a parallelogram linkage that is configured to maintain the platform parallel with a base of the manipulator.7. The charge system of claim 5 ...

CONNECTOR

A connector includes a housing that has a plurality of terminal receiving chambers into which a terminal is inserted, each terminal receiving chamber being provided with a housing flexible piece for retaining and locking the terminal, and a rear holder that is mounted at the housing, abuts on the housing flexible piece and restrains locking release of the housing flexible piece. In the connector, the rear holder has a holder locking protrusion for retaining and locking the terminal in each terminal receiving chamber. 1. A connector comprising:a housing that has a plurality of terminal receiving chambers into which a terminal is inserted, each terminal receiving chamber being provided with a housing flexible piece for retaining and locking the terminal, anda rear holder that is mounted at the housing, abuts on the housing flexible piece and restrains locking release of the housing flexible piece,wherein the rear holder has a holder locking protrusion for retaining and locking the terminal in each terminal receiving chamber.2. The connector according to claim 1 , whereinthe holder locking protrusion abuts on the terminal earlier than the housing flexible piece to retain and lock the terminal in assembling.3. The connector according to claim 1 , whereinthe holder locking protrusion is made of a flexible piece for retaining and locking the terminal.4. The connector according to claim 2 , whereinthe holder locking protrusion is made of a flexible piece for retaining and locking the terminal.5. The connector according to claim 3 , whereina temporary locking mechanism is formed by the housing and the rear holder,in a fully locked state of the rear holder and the housing, the rear holder is in contact with the housing flexible piece, andin a temporarily locked state of the rear holder and the housing, the rear holder is not in contact with the housing flexible piece. This application is based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2016-138795 filed on Jul. 13, 2016, the ...

PLUG

A plug includes: a housing; a locking element that is pivotally mounted on the housing and by which the plug can be fixed to a mating plug; and a sealing element arranged between the locking element and the housing, the sealing element comprising a first fixing region for fixing the sealing element to the locking element, a second fixing region for fixing the sealing element to the housing, and, between the first fixing region and the second fixing region, an elastically deformable connecting region, by which the first fixing region is movable relative to the second fixing region during a pivot movement of the locking element. 1. A plug , comprising:a housing;a locking element that is pivotally mounted on the housing and by which the plug is configured to be fixed to a mating plug; anda sealing element arranged between the locking element and the housing,the sealing element comprising a first fixing region configured to fix the sealing element to the locking element, a second fixing region configured to fix the sealing element to the housing, andbetween the first fixing region and the second fixing region, an elastically deformable connecting region, by which the first fixing region is movable relative to the second fixing region during pivot movement of the locking element.2. The plug according to claim 1 , wherein the connecting region of the sealing element is U-shaped.3. The plug according to claim 1 , wherein the first fixing region comprises at least one ridge that engages in a receiving groove formed in the locking element.4. The plug according to claim 1 , wherein the second fixing region comprises at least one ridge that engages in a receiving groove formed in the housing.5. The plug according to claim 1 , wherein the second fixing region comprises a first ridge and a second ridge arranged below the first ridge claim 1 , the first ridge engaging in a first receiving groove formed in the housing and the second ridge engaging in a second receiving groove ...

Vehicle charging apparatus

A vehicle charging apparatus mounted on a vehicle for charging an on-vehicle battery from an external power supply, with a charging plug connected to the vehicle, includes a communication device that is configured to perform communication with a charging facility providing the external power supply with the charging plug connected and locked to the vehicle. The communication device prohibits disconnection of the communication when an unlocking operation to unlock the charging plug is executed during charging from the external power supply to the on-vehicle battery.

PLUG-IN CONNECTOR WITH A HEAT CAPACITY ELEMENT ARRANGED ON A CONTACT ELEMENT

The invention relates to a plug-in connector part () for connecting to a mating plug-in connector part (), comprising a housing () which has a plug-in section () for the plug-in connection to the mating plug-in connector part (), and at least one contact element (A, B) comprising a shaft section (), arranged on the plug-in section (), and designed to electrically contact an associated mating contact element () of the mating plug-in connector part (). The invention also relates to a heat capacity element (A, B) which is arranged on the shaft section () of the at least one contact element (A, B), is secured to said shaft section (), and receives heat from the at least one contact element (A, B). In this way, a plug-in connector part with a contact element is provided, which can have a high current-carrying capacity, for example for use in a charging system for charging an electric vehicle. 1. A plug-in connector part for connection to a mating plug-in connector part , comprising:a housing which has a plug-in portion configured for plug-in connection to the plug-in connector part;at least one contact element, arranged in the plug-in portion and having a shaft portion, configured to electrically contact an associated mating contact element of the mating plug-in connector part; anda heat capacity element, which is arranged on the shaft portion of the at least one contact element and rigidly connected to the shaft portion, configured to absorb heat from the at least one contact element.2. The plug-in connector part according to claim 1 , wherein the plug-in connector part has a plurality of contact elements arranged in the plug-in portion claim 1 , a heat capacity element being arranged on each contact element.3. The plug-in connector part according to claim 2 , wherein heat capacity elements of different contact elements are electrically insulated from one another.4. The plug-in connector part according to claim 2 , wherein a housing partition comprised of electrically ...

DOCKING STATION FOR AUTONOMOUS MOBILE ROBOTS

A docking station for a robotic lawnmower includes a base, an electrical connector above the base and positioned along a longitudinal axis of the docking station, and a central guide member positioned on the base and along the longitudinal axis. The central guide member includes a right lateral surface extending away from the longitudinal axis and toward the electrical connector from a first end portion proximate the longitudinal axis to a second end portion, and a left lateral surface extending away from the longitudinal axis and toward the electrical connector from a first end portion proximate the longitudinal axis to a second end portion. 1. A docking station for a robotic lawnmower , the docking station comprising:a base;an electrical connector above the base, the electrical connector positioned along a longitudinal axis of the docking station; a right lateral surface extending away from the longitudinal axis and toward the electrical connector from a first end portion proximate the longitudinal axis to a second end portion, and', 'a left lateral surface extending away from the longitudinal axis and toward the electrical connector from a first end portion proximate the longitudinal axis to a second end portion; and, 'a central guide member positioned on the base and along the longitudinal axis, the central guide member comprisinga right lateral guide member positioned on the base and adjacent to a right edge of the base, the right lateral guide member and the central guide member at least partially defining a right channel positioned between the right lateral guide member and the central guide member and extending along the base; anda left lateral guide member positioned on the base and adjacent to a left edge of the base, the left lateral guide member and the central guide member at least partially defining a left channel positioned between the left lateral guide member and the central guide member and extending along the base, wherein the central guide member ...

Power Supply System for Vehicle Control Unit and Method Thereof

A power supply system with automatic switchover voltage for vehicle control unit is proposed. The system comprises a supply communication module configured to communicate with a vehicle control unit, the supply communication module comprising a power supply module to provide power for a vehicle control unit; and a communication device coupled to the supply communication module for showing power supply status; wherein the supply communication module provides a first direct voltage and communicates with the vehicle control unit before supplying power, and if the supply communication module does not receive any message from the vehicle control unit within a first time interval, the supply communication module automatically switches to a second direct voltage from the first direct voltage or automatically increases the first direct voltage within a second time interval, and supplies power to the vehicle control unit; and wherein the second direct voltage is greater than the first direct voltage. 1. A power supply system with automatic switchover voltage for vehicle control unit at least comprising:a supply communication module configured to communicate with a vehicle control unit of a mobile vehicle, said supply communication module comprising a power supply module to provide power for said vehicle control unit of said mobile vehicle; anda communication device coupled to said supply communication module for showing power supply status;wherein said supply communication module provides a first direct voltage and communicates with said vehicle control unit of said mobile vehicle before supplying power, and if said supply communication module does not receive any message from said vehicle control unit of said mobile vehicle within a first time interval, said supply communication module automatically switches to a second direct voltage from said first direct voltage or automatically increases said first direct voltage within a second time interval, and supplies power to said ...

METHOD AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CHARGING A VEHICLE

A hybrid vehicle and a method of controlling a hybrid vehicle is provided. The hybrid vehicle comprises an electronic control system configured to perform a first mode of controlling the selective opening and closing of a blocking mechanism of a connector socket, which connector socket is provided for connection of a charging cable to the hybrid vehicle. The first mode including: monitoring a respective state of two or more components of the hybrid vehicle, and automatically opening the blocking mechanism upon determining that said states of said two or more components fulfill a respective criterion. The two or more components include a parking brake, and vehicle locks, wherein the criteria for automatically opening the blocking mechanism include a state of the parking brake being applied, and a state of the vehicle locks being unlocked. 1. A hybrid vehicle , comprising an electronic control system including a hybrid system controller , and a hybrid system , which hybrid system comprises a connector for connection of a charging cable of a charging station to the hybrid vehicle , said connector comprising a blocking mechanism for selectively preventing and allowing access of a charging cable plug to the connector , said electronic control system being operatively connected to the blocking mechanism and being connected to a number of components of the hybrid vehicle , wherein said electronic control system being configured to perform a first mode of controlling the selective opening and closing of the blocking mechanism , wherein the electronic control system when performing the first mode of controlling is configured to:determine the state of two or more components of the hybrid vehicle; andautomatically open the blocking mechanism upon determining that the state of each of said two or more components fulfills a respective criterion, a parking brake, wherein the criteria for automatically opening the blocking mechanism include a state of the parking brake being ...

ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

A connector includes a locking lever that locks a fitted state with an inlet, a release button that is provided to be movable in Z-direction positive and negative directions and rotates the locking lever by moving in the Z-direction negative direction to release the locking, a release restricting portion that is provided to be movable in X-direction positive and negative directions and to be movable to an abutting position where the release restricting portion abuts against the release button, thereby restricting the movement in the Z-direction to negative direction of the release button at the abutting position to restrict the release of the locking, a solenoid as a moving portion that moves the release restricting portion in the X-direction negative direction, and a coil spring that presses the release restricting portion in the X-direction positive direction. 1. An electrical connector comprising:a locking lever that is rotatable and and adapted to lock with an inlet in a fitted state;a release position that is provided to be movable in a first direction and a second direction parallel and opposite to the first direction and rotates the locking lever by moving in the first direction to release the locking lever;a release restricting portion that is provided to be moveable in a third direction crossing the first and second directions and in a fourth direction parallel and opposite to the third direction and to be movable to an abutting position which is a position where the release restricting portion, in its movable range, abuts against the release portion moving in the first direction, thereby restricting a movement in the first direction of the release portion at the abutting position to restrict release of the locking;a moving portion that moves the release restricting portion in the third direction; andpressing portion that presses the release restricting portion in the fourth direction which is a direction approaching the moving,wherein the moving portion is ...

VEHICLE

A vehicle includes a connection unit, a lid of the connection unit, one lock unit, another lock unit, and a drive device. The connection unit is configured to connect a power cable. One lock unit is configured to lock connection of the power cable to the connection unit. The other lock unit is configured to lock the lid to a closed state. The drive device is configured to drive both of the lock units to a locked state when at least one of a first condition permitting one lock unit to be locked and a second condition permitting the other lock unit to be locked is established. 1. A vehicle comprising:a connection unit configured to connect a power cable;a lid of said connection unit;a first lock unit configured to lock connection between said connection unit and said power cable;a second lock unit configured to lock said lid to a closed state;a drive device configured to drive both said first and second lock units to a locked state when at least one of first and second conditions is established, said first condition permitting said first lock unit to be locked, said second condition permitting said second lock unit to be locked;a first operation unit configured to allow a user to operate said first lock unit; anda second operation unit configured to allow the user to operate said second lock unit wherein;said first condition is esteablished when said power cable is connected to said connection unit, said first unit is unlocked and said first operation unit is operated; andsaid second condition is established when said power cable is disconnected from said connection unit, said lid is in the closed state, said second lock unit is unlocked, and said second operation unit is operated.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein said drive device includes:a first actuator configured to operate said first lock unit;a second actuator configured to operate said second lock unit; anda drive circuit configured to drive said first and second actuators.3. The vehicle according ...

CHARGING CABLE

A temperature detection unit detects the temperature of a power plug. A control unit stops electric conduction to a battery when the detected temperature detected by the temperature detection unit is equal to or higher than a predetermined specified temperature (T). The control unit recovers the electric conduction to the battery when the detected temperature detected by the temperature detection unit decreases to a specified temperature (T) or lower, the specified temperature (T) being lower than the specified temperature (T). 1. A charging cable for an electric propulsion vehicle used for charging a battery for the electric propulsion vehicle , the charging cable comprising:a power plug detachably connected to an electric outlet for a commercial power supply;a charging plug detachably connected to the electric propulsion vehicle;a temperature detection unit that detects ambient temperature; anda control unit that generates and transmits a pilot signal for adjusting a conduction current to the battery, to the electric propulsion vehicle,wherein the control unit stops electric conduction to the battery when the detected temperature detected by the temperature detection unit is equal to or higher than a predetermined, first specified temperature, and recovers the electric conduction to the battery when the detected temperature decreases to a second specified temperature or lower, the second specified temperature being lower than the first specified temperature.2. The charging cable according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , to recover the electric conduction to the battery claim 1 , the control unit generates a pilot signal allowing the conduction current to be reduced compared to a value used before the stop of the electric conduction.3. The charging cable according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , each time recovering the electric conduction to the battery claim 2 , the control unit generates a pilot signal allowing the conduction current to be reduced compared to a ...

Charging System

A system includes a vehicle with a charge socket and a contactor switching unit, and a charger for charging an electrical energy accumulator of the vehicle at a vehicle-external AC power system. The charger is a vehicle-external charger device. The charger is a portable charger. The charger has a DC-DC converter, and includes first and second charging cables. The first charging cable has an AC power system plug, and the second charging cable has a charge plug. 1. A charge system , comprising:a vehicle with a charge socket and a contactor switching unit, and the charger is a vehicle-external charger,', 'the charger is a portable charger,', 'the charger comprises a DC-DC converter,', 'the charger comprises a first charging cable,', 'the first charging cable has an AC power system plug,', 'the charger comprises a second charging cable, and', 'the second charging cable has a charge plug., 'a charger configured to charge an electrical energy accumulator of the vehicle from a vehicle-external AC power system, wherein'}2. The charge system according to claim 1 , wherein:the charger comprises a housing which has external cooling fins, andthe housing is penetrated by at least one cooling duct, which is configured for a flow of air through the housing.3. The charge system according to claim 2 , wherein:the housing has a first lid and a second lid,the housing, the first lid and the second lid form a winding reel,the first charging cable is windable onto the winding reel, andthe second charging cable is windable onto the winding reel.4. The charge system according to claim 2 , wherein:the housing for the first charging cable has an automatic cable retractor, andthe housing for the second charging cable has an automatic cable retractor.5. The charge system according to claim 3 , wherein:the charger has at least one thermally insulated carrying handle and at least one thermally insulated stand.6. The charge system according to claim 4 , wherein:the charger has at least one ...

Plug-In Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment

A system for connecting an electric vehicle to a Level I or Level II power source. The system including an electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) having an electrical plug compatible with a Level I or Level II power outlet, the plug connected to a power cord. The power cord is connected to a housing containing a number of electrical components configured to control the power flow to an electric vehicle to recharge the vehicle's batteries, via either Level I or Level II. The power cord extends from the housing and is connected to a standard electric vehicle connector compatible with battery electric vehicles (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). The EVSE further includes safety measures, such as a relay that controls the flow of power to the vehicle connector and a ground fault interrupter, to protect users from high voltage electric shocks. 1. An apparatus for connecting an electric vehicle to an electrical socket and for selectively receiving and delivering either level I voltage or level II voltage , comprising:a first socket connector configured to couple with the electrical socket providing either level I voltage or level II voltage;a power conduit having a first end connected to the first socket connector and configured to convey a voltage from the electrical socket to the electric vehicle, the power conduit configured to deliver either the level I voltage or the level II voltage;a relay placed inline with the power conduit and configured to control voltage along the power conduit;a control circuit connected to the power conduit and configured to generate signals corresponding to the voltage along the power conduit, wherein the signals indicate whether the voltage is the level I voltage or the level II voltage;a communication device configured to couple to a remote processor device and provide communication between the apparatus and the remote processor device, the communication device comprising at least one of a modem, network interface card, ...

SOFT LOCK TO SECURE AN EVSE-TO-EV CHARGING CONNECTOR

A connector to a soft lock receptacle includes a controller and a memory electrically coupled to the controller. During a user coupling the connector to the receptacle, the controller generates and stores a stored record in the memory. During the user attempting uncoupling the connector, the controller generates a re-obtained record. Responsive to the re-obtained record matching the stored record, the controller unlocks the connector. 1. A method of locking a connector to a receptacle on an electric vehicle (EV) , comprising: the receptacle electrically coupling to a controller, and', 'the controller obtaining a biometric record from the user, storing the biometric record in memory as a stored biometric record, and locking the connector into the receptacle;, 'during coupling of the connector to the receptacle by a user,'}responsive to the user attempting to uncouple the connector, the controller generating a re-obtained biometric record;responsive to the re-obtained biometric record matching the stored biometric record, the controller unlocking the connector; andresponsive to the re-obtained biometric record not matching the stored biometric record, the connector remaining locked.2. The method of claim 1 , the method further comprising claim 1 , the memory including a pre-stored code stored therein claim 1 ,responsive to the re-obtained biometric record not matching the stored biometric record, the controller indicating to the user that the re-obtained biometric record is not matching the stored biometric record, and the controller generating a re-obtained biometric record for up to X re-obtain tries;responsive to the re-obtained biometric record matching the stored biometric record, the controller unlocking the connector;responsive to the re-obtained biometric record not matching the stored biometric record after X re-obtain tries, the controller indicating to the user that the re-obtained biometric record is not matching the stored biometric record, and the ...

APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING CHARGING/DISCHARGING OF BATTERY

Disclosed embodiments relate to apparatuses and methods for controlling charging/discharging of a battery. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes an electric motor, a battery, an electric vehicle inlet, an integrated power converter including a relay and including a first power converter to convert DC power, emitted from the battery, into AC power, and a second power converter to convert AC power, transferred from the electric vehicle inlet or the electric motor, into DC power, and a controller to determine a state of the electric vehicle so as to control the integrated power converter according to the determined result. 1. An apparatus for controlling charging/discharging of a battery in an electric vehicle including an electric motor driven by electric energy , the apparatus comprising:a battery configured to store electric energy;an electric vehicle inlet configured to connect the battery to a power system;an integrated power converter comprising a relay configured to selectively connect the battery to one of an electric motor or the electric vehicle inlet,wherein the integrated power converter further comprises a first power converter to configured to convert Direct Current (“DC”) power emitted from the battery into Alternating Current (“AC”) power and a second power converter to convert AC power transferred from the electric vehicle inlet or the electric motor into DC power; anda controller configured to determine a state of an electric vehicle and control the integrated power converter according to the determined state.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the state of the electric vehicle is at least one of a driving state claim 1 , a braking state claim 1 , or a charging state.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the integrated power converter further comprises a capacitor for filter configuration.4. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein if the electric vehicle is determined to be currently in a driving state or a braking ...

ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTOR ARRANGEMENT

An electrical distributor arrangement, in particular for electrically driven motor vehicles, having a housing which has two electrical terminals which are connectable in each case to an external electrical energy source, a multiplicity of through lines which are connected at their ends in each case to one of the terminals, and a multiplicity of electrical attachment lines which are led into the housing for the purposes of electrically contacting a multiplicity of electrical consumers with the through lines, wherein the through lines are in the form of rigid current rails, and wherein the attachment lines are fixedly connected in each case to one of the current rails. 1. An electrical distributor arrangement for an electrically driven motor vehicle , comprising:a housing which has two electrical terminals which are connectable in each case to an external electrical energy source,a multiplicity of through lines which are connected at their ends in each case to one of the terminals, anda multiplicity of electrical attachment lines which are led into the housing for the purposes of electrically contacting a multiplicity of electrical consumers with the through lines, wherein the through lines are in the form of rigid current rails, wherein the attachment lines are fixedly connected in each case to one of the current rails.2. The electrical distributor arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the attachment lines are connected to the current rails in each case by way of a screw connection.3. The electrical distributor arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the attachment lines are connected to the current rails in each case by way of a welded connection.4. The electrical distributor arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the current rails in each case have a contacting blade at their ends.5. The electrical distributor arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ends of the current rails are led in each case through an opening in the housing.6. The ...

CHARGING APPARATUS FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A charging apparatus () for a motor vehicle () has a plurality of plug connection members () to connect the charging apparatus () to at least one external electrical energy source (), a plurality of temperature measuring elements () are associated respectively with the plug connection members () to detect a temperature of the plug connection members (), and an evaluation unit () electrically connected to the temperature measuring elements () to evaluate the detected temperature of the temperature measuring elements (). The temperature measuring elements () are connected to the evaluation unit () by a common first connecting line (), and connectable electrically to the control unit () individually by a second connecting line () in each case. 1. A charging apparatus for a motor vehicle , comprising:a plurality of plug connection members to connect the charging apparatus to at least one external electrical energy source,a plurality of temperature measuring elements associated respectively with the plug connection members to detect a temperature of the plug connection members, andan evaluation unit connected electrically to the temperature measuring elements to evaluate the detected temperature of the temperature measuring elements, whereinthe temperature measuring elements are connected to the evaluation unit by a common first connecting line, and are connectable electrically to the control unit individually by a second connecting line.2. The charging apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second connecting lines can be connected respectively to the evaluation unit controllable switches.3. The charging apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the controllable switches are connected to a control unit to open and to close the controllable switches and accordingly for selectively connecting the temperature measuring elements to the evaluation unit.4. The charging apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the control unit is designed to connect a temperature measuring element to the evaluation ...

CHARGING STATION HAVING A CHARGING CABLE

A charging station having a charging cable for charging an electric energy store, the charging cable being connected to the charging station at a proximal end and having a first plug-in apparatus at a distal end for connecting to a second plug-in apparatus of an apparatus to be charged which contains an electric energy store, the first plug-in apparatus having first electric contact elements for electric connection to second electric contact elements of the second plug-in apparatus, the charging cable having electrically connecting lines for electric connection of the first contact elements to a voltage source of the charging station, the charging cable having a fluid duct for guiding a fluid from the charging station toward the first plug-in apparatus and from the first plug-in apparatus back to the charging station again. 1. A charging station having a charging cable for charging an electric energy store , the charging cable being connected to the charging station at a proximal end and having a first plug-in apparatus at a distal end for connecting to a second plug-in apparatus of an apparatus to be charged which contains an electric energy store , the first plug-in apparatus having first electric contact elements for electric connection to second electric contact elements of the second plug-in apparatus , the charging cable having electrically connecting lines for electric connection of the first contact elements to a voltage source of the charging station , wherein the charging cable has a fluid duct for guiding a fluid from the charging station toward the first plug-in apparatus and from the first plug-in apparatus back to the charging station again.2. The charging station as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the fluid duct has a first part fluid duct and has a second part fluid duct which open in a region of the first plug-in apparatus into a deflecting duct claim 1 , in which the fluid from the first part fluid duct downstream of the charging station is deflected ...

LOCATION-BASED ELECTRIC POWER MEDIATION MODULE, ELECTRIC VEHICLE, MEDIATION SERVER, AND USER CERTIFICATION SOCKET OR CONNECTOR

The present invention relates to a location-based charging/discharging power mediation system of an electric vehicle, and more particularly to a module, an electric vehicle, and an intermediate server for location-based charging/discharging power mediation. The present invention also relates to a user authentication socket or connector used in the power mediation system. A module for location-based power mediation comprises: a location and time identification unit that identifies a location and a time of an electric vehicle from one or more of information from a global navigation satellite system, Local Positioning System (LPS) information, and earth magnetic field information; a power measurement unit that monitors input/output power to/from the electric vehicle in real time; and a wireless communication unit that transmits location and time information of the electric vehicle and information on the input/output power to the outside. An electric vehicle power mediation subscriber charges/discharges a battery of the electric vehicle through a building of a power subscriber by inserting a plug of the electric vehicle into a socket of the building of the power subscriber. A location of the building and the power subscriber are identified by transmitting the location and time information of the electric vehicle. 1. A module for location-based power mediation comprising:a location and time identification unit that identifies a location and a time of an electric vehicle from one or more of information from a global navigation satellite system, Local Positioning System (LPS) information, and earth magnetic field information;a power measurement unit that monitors input/output power to/from the electric vehicle in real time; anda wireless communication unit that transmits location and time information of the electric vehicle and information on the input/output power to the outside,wherein an electric vehicle power mediation subscriber charges/discharges a battery of the ...

CHARGE PORT ILLUMINATION SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A charge port illumination system for an electric vehicle includes a charge port disposed at the electric vehicle and configured for electrically connecting to a charging source to charge a power source of the electric vehicle. The charge port includes an outer portion that is exposed and viewable at the electric vehicle when a person is connecting the charge port to the charging source. The charge port includes at least one illumination source that, responsive to an activating event associated with an electric charging event of the electric vehicle, is activated to provide backlighting at the outer portion, which may include a translucent polymeric material. The activated illumination source may be automatically deactivated. The system may include a cover panel that is opened to expose and access the charge port. The illumination source may be controlled to indicate a state of charge of the power source. 1. A charge port illumination system for an electric vehicle , said charge port illumination system comprising:a charge port disposed at an electric vehicle and configured for electrically connecting to a charging source to charge a power source of the electric vehicle;wherein said charge port comprises an outer portion that is exposed and viewable at the electric vehicle when a person is connecting said charge port to the charging source;wherein at least said outer portion is formed via a molding process;wherein said charge port comprises at least one illumination source;wherein said at least one illumination source, responsive to an activating event associated with an electric charging event of the electric vehicle, is activated to provide backlighting at said outer portion;wherein the activated said at least one illumination source is automatically deactivated; andwherein said outer portion comprises an at least partially translucent polymeric material.2. The charge port illumination system of claim 1 , wherein said outer portion comprises an at least partially ...

METHOD AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CHARGING A VEHICLE

A method for controlling charging of a hybrid vehicle, a control system for charging of a hybrid vehicle and a hybrid vehicle comprising the control system is described. The hybrid vehicle comprises a fuel engine, a parking brake, an electronically controllable operating brake, and a hybrid system comprising a charging unit, an energy storage, and an electric motor system. The control system is connectable to the hybrid system, the fuel engine, the operating brake, and the parking brake. The control system is configured to control the charging of the energy storage in accordance with the charging method. The charging method comprises: detecting connection of a charging cable of an external charging station, ensuring that the hybrid vehicle is ready for charging, and requesting charging from the charging station. Ensuring that the vehicle is ready for charging includes applying the operating brake, also called service brake, of the hybrid vehicle. 1. The method for controlling charging of a hybrid vehicle with electric energy from a charging station , which vehicle comprises a fuel engine , an electronic control system , a hybrid system comprising at least one electric motor and an energy storage and an electronically controllable operating brake , said method being performed by the electronic control system and comprising:detecting connection of a charging cable of the charging station;initiating communication with the charging station;ensuring that the hybrid vehicle is ready for charging, wherein ensuring comprises applying the operating brake of the vehicle; andrequesting charging from the charging station.2. The method for controlling charging according to claim 1 , wherein the ensuring that the hybrid vehicle is ready for charging comprises monitoring the pressure in a pneumatic system that is used to drive the operating brake and determining that the pressure is above a threshold level.3. The method for controlling charging according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

METHOD AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CHARGING A HYBRID VEHICLE

A hybrid vehicle comprising an internal combustion engine, a hybrid system, a parking brake, a gear box and an electronic control system is provided. A method for controlling the method comprises charging the hybrid vehicle by receiving and storing electric energy, which enables a safe way of starting the internal combustion engine during the charging. An electronic control system is configured to: detect a starting attempt of the internal combustion engine during the receiving and storing of electrical energy; ensure that the hybrid vehicle is ready for a start of the internal combustion engine, which includes ensuring that the gear box is in a neutral gear and that the parking brake is applied; and thereafter start the internal combustion engine during the receiving and storing of electrical energy. 1. A hybrid vehicle comprising an internal combustion engine , hybrid system comprising a charging unit , a battery storage and at least one electric motor , a parking brake , a gear box and an electronic control system configured to control the internal combustion engine , the hybrid system , the parking brake and the gear box , and which hybrid vehicle is configured to receive and store electrical energy during a charging process wherein the charging unit receives electrical energy from an external charging station and the battery storage stores the electrical energy for subsequent use by the at least one electric motor , said charging process being controlled by the electronic control system , and wherein the electronic control system is configured to:detect a starting attempt of the internal combustion engine during receiving and storing of electrical energy;ensure that the hybrid vehicle is ready for a start of the internal combustion engine including ensure that the gear box is in a neutral gear, and ensure that the parking brake is applied; andstart the internal combustion engine during the receiving and storing of electrical energy and after ensuring that the ...

AUTOMOTIVE EXTERIOR LAMP ASSEMBLY WITH CHARGE PORT

A vehicle includes a battery charger and an exterior lamp assembly. The assembly includes a housing defining a cavity, and an electrical port including at least one electrical terminal disposed within the cavity, electrically connected with the battery charger, and configured to be electrically connected with an electrical power grid remote from the vehicle. 1. A vehicle comprising:a battery charger; andan exterior lamp assembly including an electrical port electrically connected with the battery charger and configured to be electrically connected with an electrical power grid remote from the vehicle.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes an illumination source claim 1 , further comprising at least one controller configured to claim 1 , in response to the battery charger being operational claim 1 , activate the illumination source.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes an interface configured to display information related to the battery charger or vehicle.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the electrical port includes at least one electrical terminal oriented in a generally downward direction.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes a housing defining a cavity and wherein the at least one electrical terminal is disposed within the cavity.6. The vehicle of claim 5 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly further includes a panel to conceal the cavity.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the panel is a door.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the exterior lamp assembly is a tail lamp assembly claim 1 , a head lamp assembly claim 1 , a turn signal lamp assembly claim 1 , a side marker lamp assembly claim 1 , or a center high mount stop lamp assembly.9. A vehicle subsystem comprising:an exterior lamp assembly including an illumination source and an electrical port configured to be electrically connected with a power source remote from the vehicle.10. The ...

ELECTRIC AUTOMOBILE

An electric automobile in which a power control unit is disposed in a motor room formed at a front section of a vehicle: wherein a charging port or a power supply port is provided on a lateral surface of the front section of the vehicle; a charging connector or a power supply connector for connection to a charging power supply or an external device is attached to the charging port or the power supply port; the charging connector or the power supply connector is disposed in a manner so that a forward end thereof is located rearward of a forward end of a front wheel, and a rearward end thereof is located forward of a dash panel that partitions the motor room and a vehicle cabin; the charging connector or the power supply connector and the power control unit are connected by a cable; and a connection section between the cable and the power control unit is provided forward of the charging connector or the power supply connector. 1. An electric automobile in which a power control unit is disposed in a motor room formed at a front section of a vehicle:wherein a charging port or a power supply port is provided on a lateral surface of the front section of the vehicle;a charging connector or a power supply connector for connection to a charging power supply or an external device is attached to the charging port or the power supply port;the charging connector or the power supply connector is disposed in a manner so that a forward end thereof is located rearward of a forward end of a front wheel, and a rearward end thereof is located forward of a dash panel that partitions the motor room and a vehicle cabin;the charging connector or the power supply connector and the power control unit are connected by a cable; anda connection section between the cable and the power control unit is provided forward of the charging connector or the power supply connector.2. The electric automobile according to claim 1 , wherein the connection section is provided on an upper side of the power ...

CHARGE PORT COVERING ASSEMBLY AND METHOD

An exemplary charge port covering assembly includes, among other things, doors moveable between a covering position where the doors block access to a charge port, and an accessing position where the doors permit access to the charge port. A door release assembly includes a portion that tilts in response to movement of a charger toward an engaged position with the charge port to permit movement of the doors to the accessing position. An exemplary charge port covering method includes, among other things, blocking access to a charge port using a doors in a covering position, and tilting a portion of a door release assembly with a charger. The tilting permits a transitioning of the doors from the covering position to an accessing position where the charger can couple with the charge port. 1. A charge port covering assembly , comprising:a plurality of doors moveable between a covering position where the doors block access to a charge port, and an accessing position where the doors permit access to the charge port; anda door release assembly having a portion that tilts in response to movement of a charger toward an engaged position with the charge port to permit movement of the doors to the accessing position.2. The charge port covering assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of doors includes no more than two doors.3. The charge port covering assembly of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of doors move laterally away from one another when moving from the covering position to the accessing position.4. The charge port covering assembly of claim 1 , wherein the door release assembly includes a first door release associated with a first door of the plurality of doors claim 1 , and a second door release associated with a second door of the plurality of doors claim 1 , the first and second door releases on opposing lateral sides of the charge port.5. The charge port covering assembly of claim 4 , further comprising a linkage assembly that operably connects together movement ...

Charging Station for Tracked Mobile Object

Methods and systems related to a charging station for a tracked mobile object are disclosed. In one embodiment, a charging station is provided. The charging station comprises a charging port for a remote control, a regulator that provides power from a power source to the charging port, a transceiver that transmits an outbound positioning signal to the remote control, and a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing instructions for a method. The method comprises at least one of generating the outbound positioning signal and receiving an inbound positioning signal. 1. A charging station comprising:a charging port for a remote control;a regulator that provides power from a power source to the charging port; anda transceiver that transmits an outbound positioning signal to the remote control;a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing instructions for a method comprising at least one of: generating the outbound positioning signal; and receiving an inbound positioning signal.2. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein:the method further comprises processing a controller input from the remote control;the transceiver receives a controller input signal from the remote control;the controller input signal includes the controller input; andthe controller input and the outbound positioning signal are wirelessly transmitted using the same wireless protocol.3. The charging station of claim 1 , further comprising:a user interface;wherein the method further comprises generating a locate-assist signal in response to a command from the user interface;wherein the transceiver transmits the locate-assist signal to the remote control; andwherein the locate-assist signal and the outbound positioning signal are wirelessly transmitted using the same wireless protocol.4. The charging station of claim 1 , wherein:the charging port is also a data port for the remote control.5. The charging station of claim 4 , wherein:the charging port is a modified USB connector; andthe modified ...

CHARGING-PORT CONTROL DEVICE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A charging-port control device for an electric vehicle includes a charging port engaged with a charging connector, a locking mechanism configured to limit release of an engagement state between the charging connector and the charging port, and a lock state control unit configured to control the locking mechanism to a lock state or an unlock state. The lock state control unit includes a first mode for controlling the locking mechanism to the lock state only when a charge request is being outputted from a vehicle side and a third mode for maintaining a full-time unlock state. 1. A charging-port control device for an electric vehicle comprising:a charging port engaged with a charging connector;a locking mechanism configured to limit release of an engagement state between the charging connector and the charging port; anda lock state control unit configured to control the locking mechanism to a lock state or an unlock state, the lock state control unit comprising a first mode for controlling the locking mechanism to the lock state only when a charge request is being outputted from a vehicle side and a third mode for maintaining a full-time unlock state.2. (canceled)3. The charging-port control device for the electric vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:the lock state control unit comprises a second mode for maintaining a full-time lock state.4. The charging-port control device for the electric vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:the third mode maintains the unlock state even during a charge.5. The charging-port control device for the electric vehicle as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:a mode selection switch configured to select the mode of the lock state control unit is provided in a vehicle interior.6. The charging-port control device for the electric vehicle as claimed in claim 5 , wherein:the mode selection switch comprises a light, corresponding to a selected mode portion, that turns on, andthe light of the selected mode portion continues to stay on for a first ...

Electrical cable assembly for electric vehicle

An electrical cable assembly is provided with an electrical connector sized to be received into an electrical outlet. A cable is in electrical communication with the electrical connector. A lockable connector is in electrical communication with the cable. An adapter receptacle is sized to receive the lockable connector for electrical communication with the lockable connector. The lockable connector is lockable within the adapter receptacle. A vehicle connector assembly is in electrical communication with the adapter receptacle and is sized to be received by a vehicle receptacle to convey current to the vehicle receptacle.

Charging plug, charging cable and charging method for an electric vehicle

A charging plug ( 10 ) for an electric vehicle having has contact pins (L 1, N, PE) for establishing a plug connection to a coupling, and temperature sensors (NTC 1, NTC 2, NTC 3 ) that are coupled thermally to the contact pins (L 1, N, PE) for detecting a temperature profile between the charging plug ( 10 ) and the coupling.

Charging Device for an Electric Vehicle

A charging device for an electric vehicle has a first charging connector on the vehicle side for mechanically connecting to a second charging connector of an external charging station. The first charging connector has two contact elements for a DC charging process. A galvanic connection of the contact elements to an electric energy store is provided, wherein direct current flows into the electric energy store. A control device monitors the charging process and is capable of communicating with the charging station. The charging device has at least one contact element movable between a first and a second position. In the first position, the contact element is retracted in the first charging connector, and in the second position the contact element is arranged so as to contact a corresponding contact of the second charging connector when the first and the second charging connectors are mechanically connected. 1. A charging device for an electric vehicle having an electrical energy storage device , comprising:a first charging connector on a vehicle end for a mechanical connection to a second charging connector of an external charging station, wherein the first charging connector has two contact elements for direct current charging of the electrical energy storage device in the electric vehicle, which two contact elements are able to establish an electrical connection with the external charging station via contact thereof with two contacts of the second charging connector when the mechanical connection is established between the first and the second charging connectors;a galvanic connection from the two contact elements to the electrical energy storage device, wherein, for direct current charging via the galvanic connection, direct current which is fed to the two contact elements of the first charging connector via the two contacts of the second charging connector flows into the electrical energy storage device for charging the same; anda control device configured to ...

ROBUST AND AUTONOMOUS DOCKING AND RECHARGING OF QUADROTORS

A method of docking and recharging using a base station and a station-mating frame on the multicopter. The base station includes an upward-facing camera that is used by a docking controller to detect the presence, position, and orientation of a frame, with infrared light-emitting diodes arranged in a predefined pattern. The controller of the base station acts to emit wireless signals to the multicopter to guide the multicopter with its station-mating frame to a predefined position above the base station. The controller transmits a wireless signal to the multicopter to reduce thrust, and the multicopter lowers itself onto a sloped receiving surface that may be arranged in a crown pattern to provide passive gravity-driven centering, which causes the station-mating frame to slide to a lowest vertical point of the receiving assembly. A locking mechanism engages to lock the frame in place and provide electrical contact for recharging. 1. A system for autonomous docking and charging of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) , comprising:a docking station including a vertical sidewall extending about a perimeter of an open space and having a plurality of sloped receiving surfaces arranged in a pattern of alternating peaks and valleys; anda station-mating frame affixed to the UAV comprising a first linear arm and a second linear arm, wherein the first and second linear arms are coplanar and orthogonal and wherein the first and second linear arms each have a length greater than an outer dimension of the perimeter of the open space defined by the vertical sidewall.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sloped receiving surfaces are each provided at a slope angle of at least 15 degrees claim 1 , whereby the UAV with the station-mating frame slides under gravity into the valleys when the first and second linear arms contact the sloped receiving surfaces.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein a charging contact is provided on at least one of the first and second linear arms and wherein a ...

CHARGING CONNECTOR

The first molded part and the second molded part are molded products of synthetic resin materials. The first molded part is made of a synthetic resin material having a higher creep resistance than a synthetic resin material forming the second molded part. The second molded part is made of a synthetic resin material higher than a synthetic resin material forming the first molded part in adhesion to a material forming the receiver contact. 1. A charging connector , comprising:a plurality of terminal parts;a main body; anda cover, a receiver contact to be electrically connected to a conductor of a charging cable,', 'a first molded part for covering a junction between the receiver contact and the conductor,', 'a sealing member with a ring shape for circumferentially surrounding an outer peripheral surface of the first molded part, and', 'a second molded part for covering a border between the receiver contact and the first molded part,, 'each of the plurality of terminal parts including'} a plurality of holding parts individually holding the plurality of terminal parts, and', 'a surrounding wall part surrounding the receiver contacts individually protruding from the plurality of holding parts,, 'the cover including'} an accommodating part accommodating the plurality of holding parts, and', 'a grip for accommodating an end part of the charging cable,, 'the main body including'}each first molded part and each second molded part being a molded product of a first synthetic resin material and a molded product of a second synthetic resin material, respectively,the first synthetic resin material forming each first molded part being a synthetic resin material having a higher creep resistance than the second synthetic resin material foil ling each second molded part, andthe second synthetic resin material forming each second molded part being a synthetic resin material higher than the first synthetic resin material forming each first molded part in adhesion to material forming ...

MULTI-PROTOCOL CHARGE PORT FOR AN ELECTRIC BUS

A method of charging an electric vehicle at a charging station includes electrically connecting the charging station to the vehicle. The charging station may be configured to charge the vehicle using a charging station charge protocol and the vehicle may be configured to receive the charge using a vehicle charge protocol. The vehicle receives a signal indicative of the charging station charge protocol and selects the vehicle charge protocol based on this signal. The vehicle is then charged using the selected vehicle charge protocol. While selecting, the vehicle may select one charge protocol from multiple charge protocols supported by the vehicle to match the charging station charge protocol. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of conductive charging an electric vehicle at a charging station , the charging station being configured to provide charge to the vehicle using a charging station charge protocol and the vehicle being configured to receive charge from the charging station using a vehicle charge protocol , comprising:connecting an electrical connector to a charge port of the vehicle, the electrical connector including multiple electrodes;receiving, at the vehicle, through a first electrode of the multiple electrodes, a signal indicative of the charging station charge protocol;automatically selecting the vehicle charge protocol based on the received signal, wherein the selecting includes selecting one charge protocol from multiple charge protocols supported by the vehicle to match the charging station charge protocol, wherein a charge protocol defines rules for information exchange and power transfer between the charging station and the electric vehicle during charging; andcharging the vehicle using the selected vehicle charge protocol.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein automatically selecting the vehicle charge protocol includes selecting the vehicle charge protocol to be a first charge protocol if the received signal is a first value and selecting the vehicle ...

LOCATION-BASED ELECTRIC POWER MEDIATION MODULE, ELECTRIC VEHICLE, MEDIATION SERVER, AND USER CERTIFICATION SOCKET OR CONNECTOR

The present invention relates to a location-based charging/discharging power mediation system of an electric vehicle, and more particularly to a module, an electric vehicle, and an intermediate server for location-based charging/discharging power mediation. The present invention also relates to a user authentication socket or connector used in the power mediation system. A module for location-based power mediation comprises: a location and time identification unit that identifies a location and a time of an electric vehicle from one or more of information from a global navigation satellite system, Local Positioning System (LPS) information, and earth magnetic field information; a power measurement unit that monitors input/output power to/from the electric vehicle in real time; and a wireless communication unit that transmits location and time information of the electric vehicle and information on the input/output power to the outside. An electric vehicle power mediation subscriber charges/discharges a battery of the electric vehicle through a building of a power subscriber by inserting a plug of the electric vehicle into a socket of the building of the power subscriber. A location of the building and the power subscriber are identified by transmitting the location and time information of the electric vehicle. 1. A module for location-based power mediation comprising:a location and time identification unit that identifies a location of an electric vehicle and a time at the location of the electric vehicle;a power measurement unit that monitors input/output power to/from the electric vehicle in real time; anda wireless communication unit that transmits location and time information concerning the location and the time at the location of the electric vehicle and information on the input/output power to an intermediate server,wherein an electric vehicle power mediation subscriber charges/discharges a battery of the electric vehicle through a building of a power ...

PLUG CONNECTOR PART HAVING A COOLED CONTACT ELEMENT

A plug-in connector part for connection to a mating plug-in connector part Includes: a contact element for electrically contacting an associated mating contact element of the mating plug-in connector part. The contact element includes a contact portion for contacting the mating contact clement of the mating plug-in connector part and a shank portion for connecting a load line for transmitting an electrical current. The contact element Includes a channel, which extends in the contact element and to which at least one coolant line is fluidically connectable, for guiding a coolant through the contact element. 1: A plug-in connector part for connection to a mating plug-in connector part comprising:a contact element configured to electrically contact an associated mating contact element of the mating plug-in connector part, the contact element comprising a contact portion configured to contact the mating contact element of the mating plug-in connector part and a shank portion configured to connect a load line for transmitting an electrical current,wherein the contact element includes a channel, which extends in the contact element and to which at least one coolant line is fluidically connectable, configured to guide a coolant through the contact element.2: The plug-in connector part according to claim 1 , wherein the contact element comprises an integral body that forms the contact portion and the shank portion and in which the channel is formed.3: The plug-in connector part according to claim 1 , wherein the shank portion is cylindrical.4: The plug-in connector part according to claim 3 , wherein the channel extends coaxially to the shank portion.5: The plug-in connector part according to claim 1 , wherein the channel comprises a first end to which a first coolant line is be fluidically connectable claim 1 , and a second end to which a second coolant line is fluidically connectable claim 1 , the channel being configured to guide the coolant between the first end and the ...

Charging Connection Module for a Vehicle

A charging connection module for a vehicle has a charging socket for electrically contacting an external power source, and a pot unit which represents a mount for the charging socket and can be fastened to an outer panel of the vehicle. 1. A charging connection module for a vehicle , comprising:a charging socket for electrical contacting with an external electricity source; anda pot unit which constitutes a mounting for the charging socket and which is fastenable to an outer panel of the vehicle, whereinthe charging socket is integrated into the pot unit in an injection molded manner.2. The charging connection module as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe pot unit has a flap by which access to the charging socket is selectively permitted or prevented.3. A vehicle claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a charging connection module as claimed in , wherein'}the charging connection module is fastened to the outer panel of the vehicle.4. The vehicle as claimed in claim 3 , whereinthe outer panel has an opening, andthe charging connection module is inserted into the opening and is connected in positively locking fashion to the outer panel.5. A method for producing a charging connection module claim 3 , the method comprising the steps of:providing a charging socket which is electrically contactable with an external electricity source;providing a pot unit which is fastenable to an outer panel of a vehicle; andintegrating the charging socket into the pot unit by injection molding the charging socket into the pot unit.6. The method as claimed in claim 5 , whereinan adapted injection-molding tool has two cavities,in a first cavity, a basic form of the pot unit is injection molded, andsubsequently, the basic form of the pot unit and the charging socket are placed into a second cavity of the injection-molding tool, andthe pot unit is manufacturable by a further injection-molding process, such that the charging socket is simultaneously fixedly ...

Charging Station and Method for Operating a Charging Station

Method for operating a charging station for electric vehicles wherein a switching state of at least one fuse arranged between a grid connection and a charging cable connection is monitored and with the aid of a contact state a connection to and a separation from the charging cable connection by a charging cable is monitored. The charging station can continue to be kept in operation in the case of a fault at the vehicle side when an opening of the fuse occurring during a connection of the charging cable to the charging cable connection is detected with the aid of the monitored switching state and in the case of an opening detected in this manner following a detected separation of the charging cable from the charging cable connection, the fuse is autonomously closed. 1. A method for operating a charging station for electric vehicles , comprising the steps of:monitoring a switching state of at least one fuse arranged between a grid connection and a charging cable connection; andmonitoring, with the aid of a contact state, a connection to and a separation from the charging cable connection by a charging cable,detecting with the aid of the monitored switching state an opening of the fuse occurring during a connection of the charging cable to the charging cable connection; andautomatically closing the fuse in the case of an opening detected in this manner following a detected separation of the charging cable from the charging cable connection.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the contact state is monitored via a pilot signal on an electric connection of the cable and/or the contact state is monitored by a measurement of an ohmic resistor arranged in the cable.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fuse comprises at least one load switch and/or a fault current switch.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the case of a previously detected opening claim 1 , the method further comprises recording a temperature in or at the fuse.5. The ...

Methods and Apparatus for Drive to Position Docking Station for Charging of Electric Vehicles

A method of providing electrical energy to a battery-powered vehicle through the use of a drive to position charging system wherein the vehicle utilizes a battery as a power source to propel a traction motor or other such device. The method includes electrically coupling an external source of electrical energy to said electric vehicle via transmission of energy based upon positioning said vehicle in proximity of said external source of energy, thus providing electrical energy flow to a vehicle battery without the need to manually connect or couple a power source during a charging period, while controlling electrical energy flow to said vehicle during a charging period. 1. A method of providing electrical energy to a battery-powered electrical vehicle , the method comprising:driving the electrical vehicle in proximity of a charging device;coupling an external source of electrical energy to said electric vehicle;transmitting energy to a vehicle battery of the electrical vehicle based upon positioning said electrical vehicle in proximity of the charging device;providing electrical energy flow to the vehicle battery either magnetically, electronically or mechanically without the need to for the operator of said EV to manually couple a power source to the electrical vehicle during a charging period; andcontrolling an electrical energy flow to said electrical vehicle during the charging period.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein coupling the power source to the vehicle is accomplished by electrically claim 1 , magnetically claim 1 , or mechanically coupling the external source of;electrical energy to the electrical vehicle via the charging device when the electrical vehicle is driven within proximity to the charging device so that a microcontroller electrically couples said external source of electrical energy from an external battery charger to said electrical vehicle.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein said electrically coupling to the external source of electrical energy ...

FRONT GRILLE STORAGE

A storage and charging system for a motor vehicle includes a drawer assembly front portion comprising a portion of the front grille. The drawer assembly is movable between open and closed positions by an actuator and provides a storage space that may be used for a charging cable. An electrical connection is disposed within the drawer assembly and provides an electrical coupling between a charging cable and a battery of the motor vehicle. 1. A storage system for a motor vehicle comprising:a front grille;a drawer assembly including front portion comprising a portion of the front grille, the drawer assembly moveable outwardly from the front grille to provide access to a storage space.2. The storage system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising an actuator for moving the drawer assembly between an open position where the drawer assembly is moved outwardly from the front grille and a closed position wherein the front portion is substantially flush with the front grille.3. The storage system as recited in claim 2 , a controller that controls operation of the actuator for moving the drawer assembly responsive to a received prompt.4. The storage system as recited in claim 3 , including a key pad disposed within the front portion and in communication with the controller for providing the prompt to move the drawer assembly.5. The storage system as recited in claim 3 , including a communication device coupled to the controller through a wireless link for providing the prompt to move the drawer assembly.6. The storage system as recited in claim 3 , wherein the controller is configured to automatically open the drawer assembly in response to detection of an authenticated communication device near the front grille.7. The storage system as recited in claim 6 , wherein the controller is configured to automatically close the drawer assembly in response to detection of a charging connection to a battery of the motor vehicle.8. The storage system as recited in claim 1 , further ...

VEHICLE AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE

An ECU executes a program including: a step of setting a threshold β as a shutdown threshold when, during a power supply operation, a duration of a power supply stoppage exceeds a first time; a step of stopping an operation of an engine or prohibiting the engine from operating; and a step of executing system shutdown processing when an SOC of a storage apparatus falls to or below the shutdown threshold or the duration of the power supply stoppage exceeds a second time. 1. A vehicle comprising:an engine;a storage apparatus capable of supplying power to a power supply subject outside the vehicle;a power generation apparatus capable of supplying power to the power supply subject using the engine as a power source; andan electronic control unit configured to operate the engine in accordance with a condition of the vehicle during a power supply operation in which power is supplied to the power supply subject from at least one of the power generation apparatus and the storage apparatus, the electronic control unit being configured to suppress an operation of the engine when a duration of a condition in which a power supply is smaller than a predetermined value exceeds a first time, and the power supply being the power supplied to the power supply subject during the power supply operation the electronic control unit being configured to stop a system of the vehicle that is activated during the power supply operation when the duration exceeds a second time, and the second time being longer than the first time.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the electronic control unit is configured to stop the operation of the engine or prohibit the engine from operating when the duration exceeds the first time.34-. (canceled)5. The vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the electronic control unit is configured to permit the engine to operate when the power supply is equal to or larger than the predetermined value or when the duration is equal to or shorter than the first time ...

ELASTICALLY AVERAGED VEHICLE DOOR ASSEMBLY

A vehicle fuel door assembly includes a cover comprising a plurality of alignment features fixedly disposed relative to the cover, the plurality of alignment features formed of an elastically deformable material. The assembly also includes a hinge comprising a plurality of alignment elements fixedly disposed relative to the hinge, each of the alignment features interferingly, deformably and matingly engageable with a respective alignment element, the alignment features elastically deforming to an elastically averaged final configuration that aligns the cover relative to the hinge in six planar orthogonal directions by averaging the elastic deformation of the respective alignment features. 1. A vehicle fuel door assembly comprising:a cover comprising a plurality of alignment features fixedly disposed relative to the cover, the plurality of alignment features being formed of an elastically deformable material; and a hinge segment pivotably coupled to a housing;', 'a hinge wall, the hinge wall comprising a pocket defined by a base wall and at least one perimeter wall, wherein each of the plurality of alignment elements is an opening defined by the perimeter wall and a wall extending from the perimeter wall; and', 'a connector segment connecting the hinge segment and the hinge wall., 'a hinge comprising a plurality of alignment elements fixedly disposed relative to the hinge, each of the alignment features being interferingly, deformably and matingly engageable with a respective alignment element, the alignment features elastically deforming to an elastically averaged final configuration that aligns the cover relative to the hinge in six planar orthogonal directions by averaging the elastic deformation of the respective alignment features, the hinge comprising2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The vehicle fuel door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the wall is U-shaped.5. The vehicle fuel door assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of alignment features comprises a ...

METHOD OF DOCKING AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR CHARGING

A method of docking an electric vehicle with a charging station includes periodically transmitting data from the vehicle to the charging station. The transmitted data may include a distance travelled by the vehicle location towards the charging station and its speed. An incremental distance travelled by the vehicle in a time interval between when the data is collected and received is calculated, and the distance corrected based on this calculated value. The relative position of the vehicle with respect to the charging station is determined based on the corrected distance, and a charge head of the charging station is automatically connected with the charging interface of the vehicle based on the determined relative position. 1. A method of docking an electric vehicle with a charging station , comprising:collecting data at the electric vehicle; a distance (d) travelled by the electric vehicle from the first location towards the charging station; and', 'a speed (v) of the electric vehicle;, 'periodically transmitting information, derived at least partly from the collected data, from the electric vehicle to the charging station as the electric vehicle travels from a first location towards the charging station, the transmitted information includingreceiving the transmitted information at the charging station;computing an incremental distance (Δd) travelled by the electric vehicle in a time interval (Δt) between when the data is collected at the electric vehicle and when the transmitted information is received at the charging station;calculating a corrected distance (d′) based on the computed incremental distance (Δd) and the received distance (d);determining a relative position of the electric vehicle with respect to the charging station based on at least the calculated corrected distance (d′); andautomatically connecting a charge head of the charging station with a charging interface of the electric vehicle based on the determined relative position.2. The method of ...

CONNECTOR

A connector includes a housing configured to be supported by an attachment object and a terminal configured to be supported by the housing, and the terminal is configured to be electrically connected to a counterpart terminal of a counterpart connector when the counterpart connector is fitted to the connector. The housing includes a body portion having an inner cylinder portion to which the terminal is assembled and to which a counterpart housing of the counterpart connector can be fitted and an attachment portion having an outer cylinder portion which is configured to be fixed to the attachment object and to which the inner cylinder portion is fitted. The body portion is assembled to the attachment portion in a state that the inner cylinder portion fitted to the outer cylinder portion penetrates the outer cylinder portion. 1. A connector comprising:a housing configured to be supported by an attachment object; anda terminal configured to be supported by the housing, and the terminal is configured to be electrically connected to a counterpart terminal of a counterpart connector when the counterpart connector is fitted to the connector, a body portion having an inner cylinder portion to which the terminal is assembled and to which a counterpart housing of the counterpart connector can be fitted; and', 'an attachment portion having an outer cylinder portion which is configured to be fixed to the attachment object and to which the inner cylinder portion is fitted; and, 'wherein the housing compriseswherein the body portion is assembled to the attachment portion in a state that the inner cylinder portion fitted to the outer cylinder portion penetrates the outer cylinder portion.2. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein each of the outer cylinder portion and the inner cylinder portion is formed into a circular cylinder shape; andwherein a recess and a protrusion are provided on an inner circumferential face of the outer cylinder portion and an outer circumferential ...

KART

Various ridable karts for users are described. The ridable kart can include a kart body, a cover body, a rear caster wheel, a steering assembly, a battery, and a controller. The kart body can include an installation slot. The controller and the battery can be secured within the installation slot. The steering assembly can include a front wheel and a steering wheel. The front wheel can include a hub motor arrangement. 1. A ridable kart , comprising: 'an installation slot comprising an opening;', 'a kart body includinga cover body rotatably connected with the kart body at one end of the opening of the installation slot;a plurality of rear caster wheels; a front wheel, the front wheel including a hub motor arrangement having a hub motor integrated with the front wheel;', 'a steering wheel connected to the front wheel, the steering wheel configured to allow a user to turn the kart;, 'a steering assembly connected with the kart body comprisinga battery configured to supply power to the hub motor; anda controller configured to cause the battery to supply power to the hub motor,wherein the battery and the controller are secured within the installation slot.2. The ridable kart of claim 1 , wherein the kart body is integrally formed by blow molding.3. The ridable kart of claim 1 , further comprising a seat configured to support the user during operation of the kart.4. The ridable kart of claim 3 , wherein the kart body includes a base and a raised region claim 3 , and wherein the seat is connected with the raised region to support the user at an elevated position relative to the base.5. The ridable kart of claim 3 , wherein the installation slot is positioned forward of the seat.6. The ridable kart of claim 3 , wherein the installation slot is positioned between the steering assembly and the seat.7. The ridable kart of claim 3 , wherein the cover body has a generally U-shape claim 3 , wherein the cover body is rotatably connected to the end of the opening of the installation ...

ACCESS SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE ENERGY STORAGE DEVICE WITH MAGNETIC SENSOR TO DETECT ACCESS DOOR POSITION

An access system for a vehicle energy storage device includes a housing and an access port in the housing configured for operative communication with the energy storage device. An access door is operatively connected to the housing and is movable between a closed position in which the access door closes the housing, and an open position in which the access door opens the housing. The access door prevents access to the access port in the closed position and permits access to the access port in the open position. A magnet is operatively connected to one of the housing and the access door. A magnetic sensor is operatively connected to the other one of the housing and the access door and detects the proximity of the magnet relative to the sensor. The sensor is operable to provide a signal indicative of whether the access door is in the closed position. 1. An access system for a vehicle energy storage device comprising:a housing;an access port in the housing; wherein the access port is configured for operative communication with the energy storage device;an access door operatively connected to the housing; wherein the access door is configured to be movable between a closed position in which the access door closes the housing, and an open position in which the access door opens the housing; the access door thereby preventing access to the access port in the closed position and permitting access to the access port in the open position;a magnet operatively connected to one of the housing and the access door;a magnetic sensor operable to detect proximity of the magnet relative to the magnetic sensor; wherein the magnetic sensor is operatively connected to the other one of the housing and the access door; and wherein the magnetic sensor is operable to provide a signal indicative of whether the access door is in the closed position.2. The access system of claim 1 , further comprising:a vehicle information center; wherein the magnetic sensor is operatively connected to the ...

CHARGE PORT ILLUMINATION SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A charge port illumination system for a vehicle includes a charge port configured for electrically connecting to a charging source to charge a power source of the vehicle. A pocket assembly is disposed at or proximate to the charge port and includes a base and a bezel at an outer region of the base. At least a portion of the bezel is exposed and viewable when the charge port is accessed to charge the power source. At least one illumination source is disposed at or behind the bezel. The illumination source, responsive to an activating event associated with an electric charging event, is activated to provide backlighting of the bezel. The activated illumination source is automatically deactivated responsive to a deactivating event. 1. A charge port illumination system for an electric vehicle , said charge port illumination system comprising:a charge port disposed at an electric vehicle and configured for electrically connecting to a charging source to charge a power source of the electric vehicle;a pocket assembly disposed at or proximate to said charge port, wherein said pocket assembly comprises a base and wherein a bezel is disposed at an outer region of said base;wherein at least a portion of said bezel is exposed and viewable when said charge port is accessed to charge the power source;at least one illumination source disposed at or behind said bezel;wherein at least said bezel is formed via a molding process;wherein said at least one illumination source, responsive to an activating event associated with an electric charging event of the electric vehicle, is activated to provide backlighting of said bezel;wherein said activating event comprises at least one of (i) detection of touch at a cover panel associated with said charge port, (ii) movement of a cover panel associated with said charge port, (iii) actuation of a remote transmitting device, (iv) a signal from a passive entry device and (v) detection of movement by a motion detection device; andwherein the ...

PLUG CONNECTOR PART WITH A LATCHING ELEMENT

A plug connector part for a plug connector includes a housing part; a plug portion arranged on the housing part for plug-connection to another plug connector part; and a latching element, which is arranged in a movable minter on the housing part, including a latching portion for locking to the other plug connector part, the latching element being movable between a first, locking position for establishing locking between the plug connector part and the other plug connector part and a second, unlocking position for unlocking the plug connector part from the other plug connector part. A handle is arranged on the housing part, and has a handle piece with a securing element arranged on the handle piece so as to be movable in a securing direction to act on the latching element in a securing position to prevent the latching element from moving out of the first, locking position. 1. A plug connector part for a plug connector , comprising:a housing part;a plug portion arranged on the housing part configured for plug-connection to another plug connector part;a latching element, which is arranged in a movable manner on the housing part, comprising a latching portion configured to lock to the other plug connector part, the latching element being movable between a first, locking position for establishing locking between the plug connector part and the other plug connector part and a second, unlocking position fir unlocking the plug connector part from the other plug connector part; anda handle arranged on the housing part, the handle having a handle piece comprising a securing element that is arranged on the handle piece so as to be movable in a securing direction and is configured to act on the latching element in a securing position prevent the latching element from moving out of the first, locking position into the second, unlocking position, and, in a released position to release the latching element for movement out of the first, locking position into the second, unlocking ...

SERVICE PLUG UNIT, DEVICE UNIT, AND POWER CUTTING-OFF SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC CAR COMPRISING SAME

the inventive concept relates to a service plug unit capable of stably maintaining shielding performance even during vibration of a vehicle, safely cutting off high voltage/current power, and preventing an unintended power cut-off caused by an external force such as vibration, a device unit, and a power cutting-off system for use in an electric car and including the same. 1. A service plug unit included in a power cutting-off system for selectively cutting off the supply of power to electric car , the service plug unit comprising:a lever housing having an opening in a downward direction;a rotary lever coupled to the lever housing to be rotatable to a certain angle, and configured to attach the service plug unit to or detach the service plug unit from a device unit to supply battery power to the device unit or to cut off the supply of the battery power to the device unit, as the rotary lever is rotated;a terminal housing coupled to an inner side of the lever housing and into which a high-voltage terminal and an interlock terminal of the service plug unit are inserted; anda shielding member provided on an inner side of the lever housing and having a flat-plate type shielding part and a plurality of contacting parts extending from the shielding part in a vertical direction.2. The service plug unit of claim 1 , further comprising a guide slot formed in an inner side of the lever housing claim 1 , and configured to place the plurality of contacting parts of the shielding member therein.3. The service plug unit of claim 1 , further comprising:a guide protrusion protruding from a metal housing of the device unit in which the service plug unit is mounted; anda slide guide having a curved shape, and configured to guide the guide protrusion to the rotary lever to vertically displace the service plug unit with respect to the device unit as the rotary lever is rotated.4. The service plug unit of claim 3 , wherein a radius of curvature of the slide guide decreases toward an ...

ELECTROMOBILITY CHARGE INTERFACE SOCKET AND MODULAR CLOSURE DEVICE

An electromobility charging interface socket for connecting an electromobility charging station to an electromobility vehicle includes: a socket housing including a front panel having a connector-face receiving opening and a rear face having a power outlet; an inner part that is arranged in the power outlet and includes a connector face having a plurality of electrical contacts; a collar that is arranged on the front panel of the socket housing, surrounds the connector-face receiving opening, and projects from the front panel; mounting holes arranged on the front panel of the socket housing beside the connector-face receiving opening, by which holes the electromobility charging interface socket can be mounted on the electromobility charging station; and a closure device that is arranged on the front panel of the socket housing and is separate from the socket housing. The closure device includes a bearing holder. 1. An electromobility charging interface socket for connecting an electromobility charging station to an electromobility vehicle , comprising:a socket housing comprising a front panel having a connector-face receiving opening and a rear face having a power outlet;an inner part that is arranged in the power outlet and comprises a connector face having a plurality of electrical contacts;a collar that is arranged on the front panel of the socket housing, surrounds the connector-face receiving opening, and projects from the front panel;mounting holes arranged on the front panel of the socket housing beside the connector-face receiving opening, by which holes the electromobility charging interface socket is configured to be mounted on the electromobility charging station; anda closure device that is arranged on the front panel of the socket housing and is separate from the socket housing,wherein the closure device comprises a bearing holder,wherein the bearing holder of the closure device comprises a base portion extending along the front panel and in parallel ...

INTER ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE TRANSFER

Herein is disclosed a vehicle-to-vehicle charge transfer system, comprising a charging cable, configured to connect a first electric vehicle to a second electric vehicle; and a donation control unit, configured to receive one or more vehicle charge transfer parameters from the second vehicle; and transfer an electric charge from the first electric vehicle to the second electric vehicle along the charging cable according to the one or more received vehicle charge transfer parameters. 1. A vehicle-to-vehicle charge transfer system , comprising ,a charging cable, configured to connect a first electric vehicle to a second electric vehicle; and receive one or more vehicle charge transfer parameters from the second vehicle; and', 'transfer an electric charge from the first electric vehicle to the second electric vehicle along the charging cable according to the one or more received vehicle charge transfer parameters., 'a donation control unit, configured to'}2. The vehicle-to-vehicle charge transfer system of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle-to-vehicle charge transfer system further comprises a battery claim 1 , configured to store an electric charge claim 1 , wherein battery is located within the first vehicle claim 1 , and wherein the donation control unit is configured to transfer the electric charge from the battery to the second vehicle.3. The vehicle-to-vehicle charge transfer system of claim 1 , wherein the donation control unit is further configured to adapt the electric charge to satisfy the one or more second vehicle charge parameters claim 1 , and wherein adapting the electric charge to satisfy the one or more second vehicle charge parameters comprises at least one of converting the electric charge from direct current to alternating current claim 1 , modifying a voltage claim 1 , and modifying a charge frequency.4. The vehicle-to-vehicle charge transfer system of claim 1 , wherein the charging cable comprises two ends claim 1 , and wherein a charging nozzle is ...

FUEL CHARGING OR ELECTRICITY CHARGING PORT LID LOCK AND FUEL CHARGING OR ELECTRICITY CHARGING PORT LID ASSEMBLY

Fuel charging or electricity charging port lid lock includes an elevating shaft provided with an elevating thread on an exterior wall thereof. The port lid lock also includes a worm gear configured to drive the elevating shaft. The worm gear is sleeved outside of the elevating shaft. The port lid lock also includes a worm configured to drive the worm gear. The elevating shaft is configured to be capable of moving up and moving down along an axial direction of the elevating shaft and rotating about the axial direction of the elevating shaft when driven by the worm. A head portion of the elevating shaft is used to drive a fuel charging or electricity charging port lid so as to control the opening and closing of the fuel charging or electricity charging port lid. 1. A fuel charging or electricity charging port lid lock , comprising:an elevating shaft being provided with an elevating thread on an exterior wall thereof;a worm gear configured to drive the elevating shaft, the worm gear being provided with an inner thread and an outer gear, the worm gear being sleeved outside of the elevating shaft, and the inner thread of the worm gear being engaged with the elevating thread of the elevating shaft; anda worm configured to drive the worm gear, the worm being provided with helical teeth at an exterior thereof, and the helical teeth being engaged with the outer gear of the worm gear;wherein the elevating shaft is configured to be capable of moving up and moving down along an axial direction of the elevating shaft and rotating about the axial direction of the elevating shaft when driven by the worm; andwherein a head portion of the elevating shaft is used to drive a fuel charging or electricity charging port lid so as to control the opening and closing of the fuel charging or electricity charging port lid.2. The fuel charging or electricity charging port lid lock according to claim 1 , wherein:the fuel charging or electricity charging port lid is provided at the head portion ...

VEHICLE PROPULSION SYSTEM HAVING AN ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM AND OPTIMIZED METHOD OF CONTROLLING OPERATION THEREOF

A charging system for a vehicle includes a first energy storage device, a first DC-DC converter coupled between a DC bus and the first energy storage device, and a controller. The controller is programmed to identify charging parameters of a charging source coupleable to the first energy storage device through the first DC-DC converter, apply an optimization algorithm to iteratively define a charging power allocation to charge the first energy storage device using the charging source, and selectively control the first DC-DC converter to recharge the first energy storage device in accordance with the charging power allocation. The charging power allocation optimizes at least one of a state of charge (SOC) and a state of health (SOH) of the first energy storage device. 1. A charging system for a vehicle comprising:a first energy storage device;a first DC-DC converter coupled between a DC bus and the first energy storage device; and identify charging parameters of a charging source coupleable to the first energy storage device through the first DC-DC converter;', 'apply an optimization algorithm to iteratively define a charging power allocation to charge the first energy storage device using the charging source; and', 'selectively control the first DC-DC converter to recharge the first energy storage device in accordance with the charging power allocation; and, 'a controller programmed towherein the charging power allocation optimizes at least one of a state of charge (SOC) and a state of health (SOH) of the first energy storage device.2. The charging system of wherein the charging source comprises an internal combustion engine (ICE); andwherein the charging system further comprises a contactor operable in a closed position to couple an output of the ICE to the DC bus via an alternator and an open position to decouple the output of the ICE from the DC bus.3. The charging system of wherein the controller is further programmed to:detect an excess power output from the ...

ELECTRIC VEHICULAR CONNECTOR AND VEHICULAR POWER SUPPLY DEVICE

The electric vehicular connector includes: a connection terminal block including a primary power transmission terminal to be electrically connected to a first power terminal of a power converter; a plug including a secondary power transmission terminal to be electrically connected to a second power terminal of an inlet of an electric vehicle; a breaker which is connected between the primary power transmission terminal and the secondary power transmission terminal and has a closed state of electrically interconnecting the primary power transmission terminal and the secondary power transmission terminal and an open state of electrically separating the primary power transmission terminal and the secondary power transmission terminal from each other; and a breaker controller configured to set the connector-side breaker in the closed state during a normal state and to set the connector-side breaker in the open state during an abnormal state in which abnormality occurs in the electric vehicle. 19.-. (canceled)10. A vehicular power supply device , comprising:an electric vehicular connector including a connection terminal block including a primary power transmission terminal;a power converter including a first power terminal; andan electric cable including one or more power supply lines electrically interconnecting the first power terminal of the power converter and the primary power transmission terminal of the electric vehicular connecter, a plug including a secondary power transmission terminal to be electrically connected to a second power terminal of an inlet of an electric vehicle,', 'a connector-side breaker which is connected between the primary power transmission terminal and the secondary power transmission terminal, and has a closed state of electrically interconnecting the primary power transmission terminal and the secondary power transmission terminal and an open state of electrically separating the primary power transmission terminal and the secondary power ...

Thermally Monitored Charging Device

A charging device is provided for charging an electric or hybrid vehicle from an AC power supply system. The charging device includes a supply system plug, in which charging device the supply system plug has a contact pin which is composed substantially of a first material. The charging device includes a temperature monitor. The temperature monitor has two sensor sections which are each composed substantially of a second material and which are each connected to the contact pin so that a temperature gradient within the contact pin can be detected by the temperature monitor in accordance with the principle of thermoelectric potential difference between the first material and the second material. 1. A charging device for charging an electric or hybrid vehicle via an AC power supply system , the charging device comprising:a power supply system plug having a contact pin substantially composed of a first material; 'the temperature monitor detects a temperature gradient within the contact pin based on a principle of a thermoelectric potential difference between the first material and the second material.', 'a temperature monitor of the charging device, the temperature monitor having two sensor sections substantially composed of a second material, the two sensor sections being connected to the contact pin, wherein'}2. The charging device as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe two sensor sections are each connected to the contact pin at one plug-side end of the sensor section.3. The charging device as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising:a charging electronics unit of the charging device.4. The charging device as claimed in claim 3 , whereinthe two sensor sections are each connected to the charging electronics unit at the end of the sensor section lying opposite the plug-side end.5. The charging device as claimed in claim 4 , whereinthe charging electronics unit comprises a microcontroller, andthe microcontroller has an analog-to-digital input for the ends of the sensor ...

PLUG-IN CONNECTOR PART COMPRISING A DRAIN

A plug-in connector part for connection to an associated mating plug-in connector part includes a housing part, which has a plug-in portion and a plurality of contact openings arranged in the plug-in portion each having a contact element arranged therein. The plug-in portion being can be brought into a plug-in connection with the associated mating plug-in connector part in a plug-in direction, and has an outer surface extending peripherally around the plug-in direction. The plug-in portion includes a plurality of drainage openings which are each associated with a contact opening and extend from the associated contact opening to the outer surface so as to lead liquid from the associated contact opening to the outer surface. At least one of the drainage openings extends along a first plane and at least a second drainage opening extends along a second plane offset from the first plane in the plug-in direction. 1. A plug-in connector part for connection to an associated mating plug-in connector part , comprising:a housing part, which has a plug-in portion and a plurality of contact openings arranged in the plug-in portion each having a contact element arranged therein, the plug-in portion being configured to be brought into a plug-in connection with the associated mating plug-in connector part in a plug-in direction, and having an outer surface extending peripherally around the plug-in direction,wherein the plug-in portion comprises a plurality of drainage openings which are each associated with a contact opening and extend from the associated contact opening to the outer surface so as to lead liquid from the associated contact opening to the outer surface, at least a first of the drainage openings extending along a first plane and at least a second of the drainage openings extending along a second plane offset from the first plane in the plug-in direction.2. The plug-in connector part according to claim 1 , wherein the first plane and the second plane extend transverse ...

VEHICLE CHARGING DEVICE AND METHOD

A vehicle charging device is provided. The vehicle charging device includes a grid plug connected to an external power source for providing power for vehicle charging, a grid cable connected to the grid plug, a charging circuit interrupt device (CCID) connected to the grid cable and including a relay circuit for a vehicle charging control, a coupler connected to the vehicle and a coupler cable connecting the coupler and the CCID, wherein the grid plug includes first and second terminals electrically connected to the external power source and first and second temperature sensors disposed at positions separated by a predetermined distance from the first and second terminals, and the first and second temperature sensors are commonly connected to a ground line earthed. 1. A vehicle charging device comprising:a grid plug connected to an external power source for providing power for vehicle charging;a grid cable connected to the grid plug;a charging circuit interrupt device (CCID) connected to the grid cable and comprising a relay circuit for a vehicle charging control;a coupler connected to the vehicle; anda coupler cable connecting the coupler and the CCID,wherein the grid plug comprises first and second terminals electrically connected to the external power source and first and second temperature sensors disposed at positions separated by a predetermined distance from the first and second terminals, and the first and second temperature sensors are commonly connected to a ground line earthed.2. The vehicle charging device according to claim 1 , wherein a first sensor connection line connected to the first temperature sensor claim 1 , a second sensor connection line connected to the second temperature sensor claim 1 , and the ground line connected to the first and second temperature sensors pass an inside of the grid cable.3. The vehicle charging device according to claim 2 , wherein each of the first and second sensor connection lines and the ground line is covered with ...

VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY DEVICE

A vehicle power supply device including a battery and mounted in a vehicle capable of traveling by using a motor as a drive source includes an external charging terminal used to charge the battery from an external power supply or an external charger; an external output terminal used to discharge the battery to supply electricity from the battery to an electric device; and a mark display unit configured to display a charging mark indicating that the battery is being charged and a discharging mark indicating that the battery is being discharged to supply electricity to the electric device. The charging mark and the discharging mark each have a shape resembling a plug and respectively include terminals pointing in opposite directions. 1. A vehicle power supply device including a chargeable and dischargeable battery and mounted in a vehicle capable of traveling by using a motor as a drive source , the vehicle power supply device comprising:an external output terminal used to discharge the battery to supply electricity from the battery to an electric device; anda mark display unit configured to display a charging mark indicating that the battery is being charged and a discharging mark indicating that the battery is being discharged to supply electricity to the electric device, whereinthe charging mark and the discharging mark each have a shape resembling a plug and respectively include terminals pointing in opposite directions.2. The vehicle power supply device according to claim 1 , whereinthe terminal of the charging mark is directed rightward,the terminal of the discharging mark is directed leftward, andthe charging mark is displayed on a left side of the discharging mark.3. The vehicle power supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the terminal side of the charging mark and the terminal side of the discharging mark face each other. The present application is based on Japanese Patent Application No. 2013-079604 filed on Apr. 5, 2013, the entire content of which is ...

Automatic parking system with charging function and parking and charging method thereof

An automatic parking system with charging function includes an in-out space, parking levels, loading boards, and a conveyer. Each parking level includes parking spaces, each parking space has a charging pile and a power supply interface electrically connected with the charging pile. Each loading board includes a board portion, a power receiving interface, a charging cable for charging the electric vehicle, and a support foot. The conveyer includes a lifting platform and an automated guided vehicle, the automated guided vehicle is configured to drive into a position under the board portion and support the loading board upward so as to carry the loading board, when the loading board is carried to a predetermined position of the corresponding parking space, the automated guided vehicle is lowered to make the support foot be supported on the corresponding parking space and the power receiving interface mate with the corresponding power supply interface.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING AN INTELLIGENT CHARGE HANDLE FOR CHARGING A VEHICLE BATTERY

Systems, methods, and apparatus for providing intelligent charge handle for charging a vehicle battery are provided. Implementations of the disclosed technology may include a charge handle having: alignment fins to properly align electrical contacts, movement sensors configured to detect when the charge handle has been picked up and to effectuate activation of the charge handle's charging capabilities in response thereto, touch sensors configured to detect a user's touch and to effectuate activation of a light illuminating the path of insertion in response thereto, and/or a multi-stage electrical connector having multiple conductors carrying different signals, where more than one of the multiple conductors is physically accessible via a single aperture in the charge handle housing (e.g. through a faceplate). 1. A system for controlling an electric motor , the system comprising:a position sensor configured to measure a position of a rotor of the electric motor; a signal injector configured to inject a probing signal to a stator of the electric motor, wherein the probing signal includes a high frequency current signal; and', 'a signal sampler configured to sample a response signal from the stator of the electric motor;, 'an error detector configured to detect an offset between the position measured by the position sensor and an actual position of the rotor, the error detector includingwherein the error detector is configured to derive the offset based on the response signal; and the signal injector is configured to inject the probing signal by inputting a current command in a reference frame to the current regulator during a startup process or within a short period after the rotor starts to rotate; and', 'the signal sampler is configured to sample the response signal by receiving a voltage command in the reference frame from the current regulator., 'a current regulator, wherein2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the error detector is configured to:demodulate the ...

CHARGING PLUG-IN CONNECTOR HAVING AN ACTUATOR

A charging plug-in connector is provided that comprises a housing having a through-going grip opening and an actuator for activating a charging procedure, wherein the actuator extends at least in part into the through-going grip opening. This construction renders the charging plug-in connector particularly user-friendly and is still robust. If the charging plug-in connector falls down, the sensitive actuator is protected. 1. A charging plug-in connector that comprises a housing having a through-going grip opening and an actuator for activating a charging procedure , wherein the actuator extends at least in part into the through-going grip opening.2. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the charging plug-in connector comprises a disconnector by which it is possible to disconnect the charging plug-in connector from the current when said charging plug-in connector is inserted in a charging socket.3. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the disconnector may be activated by the actuator.4. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the charging plug-in connector comprises at least two contact elements claim 1 , at least one power contact element and at least one signal contact element.5. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the disconnector is connected to at least one contact element in an electrically conductive manner.6. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises an operating lever that is fastened in a moveable manner to the housing claim 1 , a lever arm that is fastened in a moveable manner to the operating lever claim 1 , and a latching arm that is operatively connected to the lever arm.7. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the operating lever extends into the through-going grip opening of the charging plug-in connector.8. The charging plug-in connector as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the latching ...

VEHICLE

Provided is a vehicle in which an electric power storage device is mounted and which is configured to execute external charging. The vehicle includes an inlet connected to a charging, connector, a cable lock mechanism disposed near the inlet and switching between a lock state and an unlock state, and a control device selecting a first mode in which the electric power storage device is allowed to be charged at a first current value in a case where the cable lock mechanism is in the lock state with the charging connector and the inlet connected to each other and selecting a second mode in which the electric power storage device is allowed to be charged at a second current value in a case where the cable lock mechanism is in the unlock state with the charging connector and the met connected to each other. 1. A vehicle in which an electric power storage device is mounted and which is configured to execute external charging for charging the electric power storage device with electric power supplied by a charging , cable , the vehicle comprising:an inlet configured to, be connected to a charging connector disposed at a tip of the charging cable;a cable lock mechanism disposed near the inlet, the cable lock mechanism being configured to switch between a lock state where removal of the charging connector from the inlet is restricted and an unlock state where removal of the charging connector from the inlet is allowed; and select a first mode in which the electric power storage device is allowed to be charged at a first current value in a case where the cable lock mechanism is in the lock state with the charging connector and the inlet connected to each other, and', 'select a second mode in which the electric power storage device is allowed to be charged at a second current value less than the first current value in a case where the cable lock mechanism is in the unlock state with the charging connector and the inlet connected to each other., 'a control device configured to ...

METHOD AND ADAPTER FOR COMMUNICATION WITH A CHARGING CABLE OF A BATTERY-POWERED ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A method for communication between an external computer and a charging cable with an in-cable control box for charging battery-powered electric vehicles includes providing the charging cable with a data line for communication with the vehicle. A hardware interface between control box and computer allows access to the data line through the computer. Data for the control box is sent from the computer to the hardware interface, modulated by the hardware interface to the signal of the data line, and transmitted to the control box. Data for the computer is sent from the control box through the signal of the data line, converted by the hardware interface, and sent to the computer. The data is sent from control box to computer by modification of the pulse width of the signal of the data line and sent to the hardware interface, which forwards the data to the computer. 1. A method for communication between an external computer and a charging cable having an in-cable control box for charging battery-powered electric vehicles , the method comprising the following steps:providing the charging cable with a data line for communicating with the vehicle;using a hardware interface between the in-cable control box of the charging cable and the computer to allow access to the data line through the computer;sending data for the in-cable control box of the charging cable from the computer to the hardware interface, modulated to a signal of the data line by the hardware interface and transmitting the data to the in-cable control box of the charging cable, while sending data for the computer from the in-cable control box of the charging cable through the signal of the data line being converted by the hardware interface and sent to the computer; andsending the data from the in-cable control box of the charging cable from the in-cable control box of the charging cable to the computer, modulated by modifying a pulse width of the signal of the data line and sent to the hardware interface ...

POWER DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION

A vehicle charging station includes a track configured to extend across a plurality of vehicle parking spaces. The charging station further includes a movable charging apparatus supported by the track and translatable along the track between the plurality of vehicle parking spaces. The charging station further includes a first contact wire extending approximately parallel to the track. The charging station further includes a first conductor pole configured to couple the movable charging apparatus to the first contact wire at a plurality of locations along a width of the first contact wire. The first conductor pole is configured to move with the movable charging apparatus. In such a manner, a one-to-many charging station can be accomplished. 1. A vehicle charging station comprising:a track configured to extend across a plurality of vehicle parking spaces;a movable charging apparatus supported by the track and translatable along the track between the plurality of vehicle parking spaces;a first contact wire extending approximately parallel to the track; anda first conductor pole configured to couple the movable charging apparatus to the first contact wire at a plurality of locations along a width of the first contact wire, wherein the first conductor pole is configured to move with the movable charging apparatus.2. The vehicle charging station of wherein the track is disposed on the ground.3. The vehicle charging station of claim 1 , wherein the track is disposed above the ground claim 1 , such that the movable charging apparatus is substantially located between the ground and the track.4. The vehicle charging station of claim 1 , further comprising a second contact wire extending approximately parallel to the track.5. The vehicle charging station of claim 4 , further comprising a second conductor pole configured to couple the movable charging apparatus to the second contact wire at a plurality of locations along a width of the second contact wire claim 4 , wherein the ...

Remote indicator of state of charging of electric vehicle

A remote visual indicator of a state of charging of an electric and/or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (EV and PHEV). In one or more embodiments, the aforesaid visual indicator incorporates a multi-color light source, such as a multi-color LED and uses the color of the emitted light to indicate the state of the EV/PHEV charging. In one or more embodiment, the aforesaid visual indicator incorporates one or more buttons or other user-activated controls configured to alter the charging of the EV/PHEV by the charging stations. In one or more embodiments, a sound generation element may be additionally provided for creating audible indicators of charging state.

Vehicle Charger System with Safety Guardian

A safety guardian is operable to facilitate notifying an Electronic Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) system whether a vehicle charging system is ready to accept energy. The safety guardian may be configured to facilitate control of a vehicle interface used to provide a reference voltage to the EVSE reflective of whether the charging system is ready to accept energy. The guardian may control the vehicle interface in the absence of a suitable control signal from the vehicle charging system in order to ensure the EVSE is notified when the vehicle charging system is not ready to accept energy. 1. A charger system comprising:a charger power plant operable to invert AC energy received from a mains output of an Electronic Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) system to DC energy sufficient for charging a high voltage (HV) vehicle battery;an input operable to receive a control pilot from the EVSE system;a vehicle interface operable with the input to generate a first reference signal using the control pilot when the charger power plant is ready to invert the AC energy to the DC energy and to generate a second reference signal using the control pilot when the charger power plant is not ready to invert the AC energy to the DC energy, the vehicle interface including a first switch operable between an open position and a closed position and a second switch operable between an open position and a closed position, wherein the vehicle interface generates the first reference signal when the first and second switches are both in the closed position and the second reference signal when either one of the first and second switches are in the open position;a safety controller operable to output a first signal for controlling the first switch between the open position and the closed position;a vehicle charger controller operable to output a second signal to the second switch, the second signal controlling the second switch between the open position and the closed position; anda safety guardian ...

VEHICLE MICROGRID PLUG AND PLAY POWER OUTLET PANEL

A vehicle system includes a controller programmed to receive power outlet data from an interchangeable outlet panel via a communication channel and operate an inverter to supply power to the interchangeable outlet panel via a power interface according the power outlet data. 1. A vehicle comprising:an inverter;a housing configured to interchangeably couple outlet panels, each defining power specifications including target voltages and target frequencies, to the inverter; anda controller programmed to, responsive to replacing a first outlet panel with a second outlet panel, change voltage and frequency outputs of the inverter to the target voltages and target frequencies received from the second outlet panel.2. The vehicle of wherein the controller is further programmed to output a reset signal to the outlet panels for resetting a circuit breaker in outlet panels configured with the circuit breaker.3. The vehicle of wherein the controller is further programmed to receive a status of a ground fault interrupter circuit from the outlet panels.4. The vehicle of wherein the outlet panels receive multiple power inputs and the power specification defines corresponding target voltages and target frequencies for each of the multiple power inputs claim 1 , and the controller is further programmed to operate the inverter such that separate outputs of the inverter are used to supply the multiple power inputs with the corresponding target voltages and target frequencies.5. The vehicle of wherein at least two of the target voltages are of different magnitudes.6. The vehicle of wherein the power specification defines a target direct current (DC) voltage magnitude and the controller is programmed to operate the inverter to supply power with the target DC voltage magnitude.7. The vehicle of wherein the power specifications further define a current limit value and the controller is further programmed to operate the inverter such that a current provided by the inverter does not exceed ...

ELECTRICALLY-DRIVEN VEHICLE

An electrically-driven vehicle includes a high-capacity battery unit and a high-output battery unit, both of which supply electric power to rotating electric machines, and a charging inlet serving as a charging port of an external power supply. The high-capacity battery unit receives more charge power from the charging inlet than the high-output battery unit and is positioned nearer to the charging inlet than the high-output battery unit is to the charging inlet. In this way, an electric power loss increase caused by a wiring resistance during an external charge can be suppressed in a plug-in type electrically-driven vehicle, which is chargeable by an external power supply. 1. An electrically-driven vehicle comprising:a rotating electric machine configured to drive the vehicle;a high-capacity battery unit configured to have a relatively high capacity and a high-output battery unit configured to have a relatively high output, the high-capacity battery unit having a higher capacity and a lower output than the high output battery unit, both the high-capacity battery unit and the high output battery unit supplying electric power to the rotating electric machine; anda charging inlet configured to serve as a charging port of an external power supply, the charging inlet being connected to the high-capacity battery unit via first power wiring and also to the high-output battery unit via second power wiring;wherein the first power wiring is shorter than the second power wiring.2. The electrically-driven vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinamong the electric power supplied to the rotating electric machine, a ratio of the electric power supplied from the high-capacity battery unit to the rotating electric machine is configured to be higher than a ratio of the electric power supplied from the high-output battery unit to the rotating electric machine. This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/161,865 filed May 23, 2016, which claims ...

VEHICLE

An electrically powered vehicle includes: a floor panel forming a lower surface of the electrically powered vehicle; a battery disposed on a lower surface of the floor panel; and a power reception device disposed below the floor panel and configured to contactlessly receive electric power from a power transmission device provided externally. The power reception device has a lower surface that is located below a lower surface of the battery. The electrically powered vehicle is one of various kinds of vehicles such as a hybrid vehicle and an electric vehicle, in which protection of the battery is achieved. 1. A vehicle comprising:a floor panel forming a lower surface of the vehicle;a battery disposed on a lower surface of the floor panel; anda power reception device disposed below the floor panel and configured to contactlessly receive electric power from a power transmission device provided externally,the power reception device having a lower surface that is located below a lower surface of the battery.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising:an engine; anda fuel tank for storing fuel to be supplied to the engine, whereinthe fuel tank has a lower surface that is located above the lower surface of the power reception device.3. The vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising:an engine; anda fuel tank for storing fuel to be supplied to the engine, whereinthe fuel tank has a lower surface that is located above the lower surface of the power reception device and the lower surface of the battery.4. The vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein a travelling distance that the vehicle can travel with fuel fully filling the fuel tank is longer than a travelling distance that the vehicle can travel with electric power from the battery fully charged.5. The vehicle according to claim 1 , further comprising a charging unit to which a charging plug provided externally is connected claim 1 , the charging unit being configured to supply claim 1 , to the battery ...