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12-01-2012 дата публикации

Inverter

Номер: US20120007446A1

Автор: Huntae Ro

Принадлежит: Samsung SDI Co Ltd

Disclosed is an inverter that supplies power using a battery pack mounted on a mobile device. The inverter includes a case having a receiving part in which a battery pack is to be received, a control part disposed within the case to convert a voltage of the battery pack into a preset output voltage, and an external terminal disposed outside the case. The output voltage converted by the control part is output through the external terminal.

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Номер записи: 1

12-01-2012 дата публикации

Voltage control at windfarms

Номер: US20120010756A1

Автор: Einar V. Larsen, Kara Clark, Reigh A. Walling

Принадлежит: General Electric Co

A voltage control arrangement for a system of multiple windfarms with transmission lines. Voltage is regulated at a point of regulation on the system, such as a high voltage substation or other system bus. Regulation is achieved at the point of regulation by sensing the voltage, comparing to a reference voltage, and adjusting the reactive power output of the wind turbines and other equipment in the system. The regulation point may be shifted to another point if needed to respect voltage limits at that points of the system after attempting to shift reactive load to restore voltage within limits at the other points in the system. The reference voltage may be adjusted to minimize losses for the system of multiple windfarms and transmission lines. A loss optimizing algorithm is applied to the combined multiple windfarm and transmission line to shift reactive load among local windfarms to minimize losses and to shift reactive load among individual wind turbines within an individual windfarm.

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Номер записи: 2

09-02-2012 дата публикации

Auxiliary power unit having self-contained electric power distribution

Номер: US20120031687A1

Автор: Allen G Renfrow, Charles Howard, Pankaj Kumar, Sabrina Omar, Sachin Pandit, Yogesh Dharmadhikari

Принадлежит: International Truck Intellectual Property Co LLC

An enclosure ( 10 ) contains an APU ( 12 ) and an electrical distribution system ( 14 ) to form a self-contained module that can be mounted at any suitable location on a truck's exterior, eliminating significant portions of the wire/cable routing that would otherwise typically be required.

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Номер записи: 3

01-03-2012 дата публикации

Facility for forming lithium ion cells

Номер: US20120047725A1

Автор: Bernhard Kortschak, Kurt Gschweitl, Mario Schweiger, Uwe Wiedemann, Volker Diethelm Hennige

Принадлежит: AVL List GmbH

A facility for forming lithium ion cells 1 preferably comprises an object support for the lithium ion cells 1 to be formed, and a forming system which contains an electrical circuit having an AD/DC converter unit 3, with multiple DC outputs 4, as needed, to which the lithium ion cells may be connected in an electrically conductive manner. To allow energy-optimized forming in this manner, a battery management system 6 is connected to each of the DC outputs 5, and is connectable to at least one lithium ion cell 1.

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Номер записи: 4

01-03-2012 дата публикации

Integrated charging device for electric vehicle

Номер: US20120049794A1

Автор: Joon Seok CHAE, Kyu Bum Han, Man Suk Seo

Принадлежит: Samsung Electro Mechanics Co Ltd

Disclosed herein is an integrated charging module device for an electric vehicle. The integrated charging module device for an electric device includes: a main battery supplying power for driving an electric vehicle; an auxiliary battery supplying power for driving an auxiliary device within the electric vehicle; an integrated charging module converting external power into a first DC voltage to be charged in the main battery and a second DC voltage to be charged in the auxiliary battery; and a control module controlling the charging of the main battery and the auxiliary battery. The present invention includes the integrated charging modules for charging the main battery and the secondary battery, thereby making it possible to increase the efficiency of the spatial arrangement in a vehicle and simplifying the cooling system.

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Номер записи: 5

01-03-2012 дата публикации

Accessory power management

Номер: US20120054509A1

Автор: John Ananny, Lawrence G. Bolton, Scott Krueger, Shailesh Rathi

Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Methods, apparatus, and circuits for managing power among portable computing devices and one or more accessories. One example provides commands to improve power management between a portable computing device and one or more accessories. Other examples provide commands that may allow a portable computing device to charge at a maximum available current level while providing an accessory with sufficient current for its proper operation. Another may help prevent a portable computing device from drawing a high level of current that could be detrimental to an accessory, while others provide commands that may allow a battery pack to instruct a portable computing device to not charge its internal battery. Another example may allow a portable computing device to determine which power supply among multiple power supplies should be used to power an accessory, while others may allow an accessory to retrieve charging current parameters from a portable computing device.

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Номер записи: 6

29-03-2012 дата публикации

Robot power source charging station

Номер: US20120074891A1

Автор: Alex D. Foessel, Andrew Joseph Valentine, Noel Wayne Anderson

Принадлежит: Deere and Co

Embodiments of the invention are directed to a system for recharging a mobile robot as a power source. In one embodiment the system comprises a power transmission link having a first end positioned at a selectively located charging station and a second end connected to the battery carried by the robot, the transmission link being configured to transmit power from its first end to its second end to charge the battery. The system further comprises a first wireless power transmitter coupled to receive power from a specified power source, and a first wireless power receiver, connected to the first end of the transmission link and located at a prespecified distance from the first wireless power transmitter. The first wireless power receiver is configured to receive power transmitted across the prespecified distance from the first wireless power transmitter, and to provide power to the first end of the transmission link, for transmission to charge the battery.

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Номер записи: 7

29-03-2012 дата публикации

Modular energy load management

Номер: US20120078431A1

Автор: Norman A. Weatherhead

Принадлежит: Rockwell Automation Technologies Inc

Systems and methods are provided that integrate a modular load management solution within a general control architecture. One or more load modules deployed within a controller act as interlocks to energy consuming field devices or machines fed by an energy distribution system within a facility. One or more feeder modules deployed within the controller collect energy supply data from an energy source or feeder on the energy distribution system. The load and feeder modules publish their energy demand and supply data to a virtual energy bus, which facilitates exchange of energy data between the load and feeder modules. The load modules, feeder modules, and virtual energy bus generate multiple views of the facility's overall energy supply and demand status based on the energy data shared between the components, and perform automated load management for the energy distribution system based on the collected data.

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Номер записи: 8

19-04-2012 дата публикации

Power systems with multiple power sources

Номер: US20120091816A1

Автор: Chang-Yi Lin, Da Liu, Ju-Yuan Hsiao, Sheng-Tai Lee

Принадлежит: O2Micro Inc

In one embodiment, a power system includes a first power source having a first voltage, a second power source having a second voltage, and a controller. The controller is coupled to the first power source and the second power source. The controller compares the first voltage with the second voltage, controls the first power source to charge the second power source via a first switch and a second switch in a charging mode when the first voltage is greater than said second voltage, and controls the second power source to power a load such as a light-emitting diode (LED) light source via the second switch and a third switch in a load-powering mode when the second voltage is greater than the first voltage.

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Номер записи: 9

17-05-2012 дата публикации

Battery charger for portable devices and related methods

Номер: US20120119693A1

Автор: Michael L. Purdy, Ryan Mitchell Bayne

Принадлежит: Research in Motion Ltd

A battery charger may include a charger connector to be coupled to a corresponding device connector of a portable device including a rechargeable battery. The battery charger may also include a charging circuit connected to the charger connector, and a controller connected to the charger connector and the charging circuit. The controller may be for causing a portable device connected to the charger connector to identify its corresponding portable device type and its corresponding rechargeable battery type from among a plurality of different portable device types and different battery types, and for causing the charging circuit to charge the rechargeable battery based thereon.

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Номер записи: 10

31-05-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods for global voltage security assessment in power systems

Номер: US20120136643A1

Автор: Vaithianathan Venkatasubramanian, Xing Liu

Принадлежит: Washington State University WSU

Systems and methods for global voltage security assessment in power systems are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a method for assessing voltage security in a power system having a number (i) of buses includes capturing a change in bus voltage and a change in line reactive power for at least some of the buses in the power system, for each of the i number of buses, calculating a voltage assessment index) (Γ i ) for as follows: Γ i = ∑ j  Δ   Q ij Δ   V i where ΔV i is the change in bus voltage and ΔQ ij is the change in line reactive power from a connection j over a predetermined period of time. The method further includes assessing a current voltage security status of the power system based on the calculated voltage assessment index (Γ i ).

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Номер записи: 11

07-06-2012 дата публикации

Ac conversion of varying voltage dc such as solar power

Номер: US20120139346A1

Автор: Jukka Nurmi, Matti Jussila

Принадлежит: ABB Oy

An alternating current conversion method and system are disclosed that can adapt to varying voltages of the direct current sources. An exemplary system includes a first and second connection arrangements for the voltage sources such that the direct current can be supplied to the DC/AC converter selectively in the first connection arrangement or the second connection arrangement. The selection between the first and second connection arrangements is made on the basis of the voltage levels of the voltage sources such that a proper voltage is supplied to the DC/AC converter. The numbers of the voltage sources in the connection arrangements are selected such that the first and second connection arrangements have different numbers of the voltage sources connected in series, the voltage sources being also grouped in parallel groups.

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Номер записи: 12

05-07-2012 дата публикации

Method and system for reducing feeder circuit loss using demand response

Номер: US20120173030A1

Автор: Jeffrey D. Taft

Принадлежит: Accenture Global Services Ltd

A system and method that analyzes at least one aspect of the power grid for demand response in order to reduce feeder circuit losses is provided. The system and method may use a demand response model to select one or more factors for the demand response, such as selecting a subset of customers for demand response from a larger pool of available demand response customers. The demand response model may include a grid structure component, such as an indication of the particular customer's position in the grid, and a dynamic operation component, such as a real-time measurement of current in the feeder circuit. By using the demand response model, feeder circuit losses may thereby reduced.

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Номер записи: 13

12-07-2012 дата публикации

Detachably integrated battery charger for mobile cell phones and like devices

Номер: US20120178506A1

Автор: Max Moskowitz, Yeoshua SORIAS

Принадлежит: Max Moskowitz, Yeoshua SORIAS

A cell phone charger comprises a main body having embedded therein a charging circuit configured to receive line AC voltage and to convert it to a DC voltage suitable for charging the mobile device. AC prongs fold into the body in a stowed position and a connection structure formed integrally with the main body grasps onto and holds the charger secured to the cell phone device. In a preferred embodiment, the AC prongs pivot independently and lie flat against an outside surface of the main body.

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Номер записи: 14

09-08-2012 дата публикации

Semiconductor Device

Номер: US20120200255A1

Автор: Kazuma Furutani, Kiyoshi Kato

Принадлежит: Semiconductor Energy Laboratory Co Ltd

A semiconductor device which can operate normally even when the communication distance is extremely short, and which stores excess electric power which is not needed for circuit operation of the semiconductor device when a large amount of electric power is supplied thereto. The following are included: an antenna; a first AC/DC converter circuit which is connected to the antenna; a second AC/DC converter circuit which is connected to the antenna through a switching element; a detecting circuit which controls operation of the switching element in accordance with the value of a voltage output from the first AC/DC converter circuit; and a battery which stores electric power supplied from the antenna through the second AC/DC converter circuit. When the switching element is operated, electric power supplied from outside is at least partly supplied to the battery through the second AC/DC converter circuit.

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Номер записи: 15

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Methods and systems for charging an electric vehicle

Номер: US20120229082A1

Автор: Aleksandar Vukojevic, John Christopher Boot

Принадлежит: General Electric Co

An electric vehicle charging system is described. The electric vehicle charging system includes a plurality of electric vehicle charging apparatus coupled to, and configured to receive electric power from, a distribution transformer. The electric vehicle charging system also includes a central processing device configured to control operation of the plurality of electric vehicle charging apparatus.

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Номер записи: 16

13-09-2012 дата публикации

Customized Electric Power Storage Device for Inclusion in a Collective Microgrid

Номер: US20120232709A1

Автор: David G. Wilson, Rush D. Robinett, III, Steven Y. Goldsmith

Принадлежит: Sandia Corp

An electric power storage device is described herein, wherein the electric power storage device is included in a microgrid. The electric power storage device has at least one of a charge rate, a discharge rate, or a power retention capacity that has been customized for a collective microgrid. The collective microgrid includes at least two connected microgrids. The at least one of the charge rate, the discharge rate, or the power retention capacity of the electric power storage device is computed based at least in part upon specified power source parameters in the at least two connected microgrids and specified load parameters in the at least two connected microgrids.

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Номер записи: 17

20-09-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus for reducing standby power

Номер: US20120236609A1

Автор: Jin Hyung Son, Soon Joo Choi

Принадлежит: Korchip Corp

Disclosed is an apparatus for reducing standby power, which is capable of minimizing standby power losses by using an electric double layer capacitor (ELDC). The apparatus includes: an electric double layer capacitor for converting electrical energy supplied from the AC power source into DC power and storing the converted electrical energy; a charging circuit for charging the electrical energy in the electric double layer capacitor; a voltage conversion circuit for converting the electrical energy charged in the electrical double layer capacitor into a stable voltage; a voltage detection circuit for detecting a charged voltage of the electric double layer capacitor; and a power supply control circuit for turning on/off a power switch in response to a command from the voltage detection circuit, wherein the power supply control circuit uses the electrical energy charged in the electrical double layer capacitor to turn on/off the power switch.

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Номер записи: 18

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Method of extending the shelf-life of a coin cell in an application requiring high pulse current

Номер: US20120256595A1

Автор: Paul B. O'sullivan

Принадлежит: BAE Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc

A system is provided for extending the shelf life capacity of a coin cell, the system utilizing a coin cell; a voltage step up converter/regulator, configured to step up the voltage of output from the coin cell and the storage capacitor; and a storage capacitor receiving output from the voltage step up converter/regulator.

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Номер записи: 19

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Particle swarm optimization system and method for microgrids

Номер: US20120259477A1

Автор: Mohammad Ali Ali Hassan, Mohammad Ali Yousef Abido

Принадлежит: KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM AND MINERALS

The particle swarm optimization method for microgrids formulates a control problem as an optimization problem and PSO is used to search the solution space for optimal parameter settings in each mode. The procedure models optimal design of an LC filter, controller parameters and damping resistance in grid-connected mode. Moreover, the procedure optimizes controller parameters and power sharing coefficients in autonomous mode. The method uses particular nonlinear time-domain-based and eigenvalue-based objective functions to minimize the error in the measured power, and also to enhance the damping characteristics, respectively.

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Номер записи: 20

25-10-2012 дата публикации

Control of battery charging power

Номер: US20120268076A1

Автор: Carl Lee Danner

Принадлежит: Individual

In a first embodiment multiple power sources are selected and then combined. Selecting power rather than controlling power may be a cheaper way of controlling the amount of power delivered. In a second embodiment the logic to control power is removed from the battery charger so that the logic may be changed when a different battery is being charged. This permits all types of batteries to be charged if the power source is compatible with the battery. Other embodiments expand the types of power sources that may be used.

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Номер записи: 21

25-10-2012 дата публикации

Electrical distribution network improvement for plug-in electric vehicles

Номер: US20120271437A1

Автор: Aline Senart, Christian Souche, Scott W. Kurth

Принадлежит: Accenture Global Services Ltd

Electrical distribution network (EDN) improvement method for plug-in electric vehicles receives and stores in a database EDN configuration information, demography information and load information for simulating load of the EDN assets. The method dynamically updates the EDN configuration, demography information and/or load information to provide an efficient and customizable method of simulating a PEV load impact on an EDN configuration and apply improvements to the EDN in real time.

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Номер записи: 22

15-11-2012 дата публикации

Fast batter charging system and method

Номер: US20120286741A1

Автор: Jeremy Robert Carlson, Kenneth Scott Seethaler, Shigefumi Odaohhara, Tin-Lup Wong

Принадлежит: Lenovo Singapore Pte Ltd

A system and method includes detecting whether a fast charger is coupled to a system having a processor and a memory, providing current to a battery from an internal charger circuit if no fast charger is detected, and providing current to the battery from the fast charger if the fast charger is detected.

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Номер записи: 23

24-01-2013 дата публикации

Self-replenishing energy storage device and method for footwear

Номер: US20130020986A1

Автор: Alexander X. Lozano, Joseph M. Linzon

Принадлежит: POWERSOLE Inc

Embodiments of an energy harvesting and storage system for footwear are described herein. In some embodiments, the system includes a charge generator, such as a permanent magnet movable with respect to a conductive coil to induce an electrical potential, and thus an electric current, in the winding, which can be used to store charge in an electrical energy storage device. The electrical energy storage device can be accessed via an electrical energy access port. Electrical charge can be used by an external device, or electrical charge can be provided by an external source of charge. The components of the energy harvesting and storage system can be disposed in, or coupled to, and article of footwear, such that when a user moves while wearing the article of footwear, charge can be generated and stored for subsequent use.

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Номер записи: 24

07-02-2013 дата публикации

Inline power multiplexer device

Номер: US20130033106A1

Автор: Frederick Roland Schindler, Kamran Torabi, Koussalya Balasubramanian

Принадлежит: Cisco Technology Inc

Techniques are provided for providing power onto multiple power distribution paths. Power controller devices receive power from a power source device and are coupled to first and second multiplexer units. The multiplexer units receive power from the power source devices via the power controller devices for first and second power distribution paths. A multiplexer control unit controls the multiplexer units to output power from the first power distribution path, the second power distribution path or both of the paths. Power subsystems are provided comprising first and second power transistor units. The first transistor unit receives power from the first multiplexer unit over the first path and the second transistor unit receives power from the second multiplexer unit over the second path. Ports are provided and are coupled to a powered device. The multiplexer control unit controls the multiplexer units to supply power to the respective ports according to the type of powered device detected at a port.

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Номер записи: 25

28-03-2013 дата публикации

Portable power charger with two-way charging interface

Номер: US20130076298A1

Автор: Garold C. Miller, Nathan Daniel Weinstein

Принадлежит: HALO2CLOUD LLC

A portable power charger having an internal rechargeable battery is provided with a power connection port than can act in a power input mode when the charger is connected with an external power source via the power connection port and in a power output mode when at least one electronic device is connected to the charger via the power connection port. The power charger may be connected with both an external power source and an electronic device via the power connection port at the same time, wherein the charge supplied from the external power source recharges the charger and any electronic device connected to the charger. The charger also can automatically turn on if a connector cable is connected to the power connection port with either an external power supply or an electronic device connected at the other end of the cable to supply or draw power through the cable.

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Номер записи: 26

28-03-2013 дата публикации

Charging current control method and charging system

Номер: US20130076312A1

Автор: Ching-Feng Hsieh, Jui-Chuan Huang

Принадлежит: Askey Computer Corp, Askey Technology Jiangsu Ltd

A charging method and a charging system are introduced for controlling a charging current by a PWM method. A charging IC is controlled to supply the charging current to a battery, and a control unit is used to generate a PWM signal with a duty cycle, and a filter unit is used to convert the PWM signal into a voltage signal to be supplied to the charging IC, and the control unit determines whether a current of a battery detected by the battery status detection unit reaches a regular current, so that a PWM signal with a duty cycle greater than the previous duty cycle by a default increased cycle is provided if the detected current has not reached the regular current. Thus, the feature of the PWM signal is used to set the charging current according to the capacity of the battery automatically.

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Номер записи: 27

28-03-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for optimizing microgrid power generation and management with predictive modeling

Номер: US20130079939A1

Автор: Ii Thomas Francis Darden, James Kevin Szyperski

Принадлежит: Individual

Systems and methods for coordinating selective activation of a multiplicity of emergency power generation equipment over a predetermined geographic area for distribution and/or storage to supply a microgrid of electrical power for a substantially similar geographic area.

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Номер записи: 28

04-04-2013 дата публикации

Charging System and Charging Method

Номер: US20130082638A1

Автор: Houxing Liang

Принадлежит: ZTE Corp

The present invention discloses a charging system, and the system comprises: a base which charges a mobile terminal or an own base battery and is connected with the mobile terminal and a base charger respectively; a mobile terminal control module which controls the base to charge the base battery after fully charging the mobile terminal, wherein the mobile terminal control module is located in the mobile terminal and connected with the base. A charging method is also disclosed by the present invention, and adopting the system and the method of the present invention can improve the charging efficiency and prevent the over-discharge of the base battery.

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Номер записи: 29

11-04-2013 дата публикации

Communication network topology management based on an associated electric grid topology

Номер: US20130091258A1

Автор: Jun Zha, Shmuel Shaffer

Принадлежит: Cisco Technology Inc

In one embodiment, a computer determines a grid topology of an electric grid based on one or more electric grid configuration description files, and also determines a network topology of a computer network used to provide communication to grid devices of the electric grid. By assessing whether the network topology is configured to meet one or more communication requirements of the grid topology (e.g., initially and/or through monitoring for grid changes), the computer may trigger a corrective action (e.g., alarm or reconfiguration) in response to the network topology not being configured to meet the one or more communication requirements of the grid topology.

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Номер записи: 30

18-04-2013 дата публикации

Motion sensitive and capacitor powered handheld device

Номер: US20130096539A1

Автор: Jon R. Salvati, Michael Curry, Michael T. Mcmahon, Robert J. Wood, Steven R. Slawson

Принадлежит: Welch Allyn Inc

A handheld device includes an electronic instrument and a capacitive power supply for storing and delivering power to the electronic instrument. The capacitive power supply includes at least one capacitor, and an electronic circuit operable to boost a voltage from the capacitor to a higher voltage for use by the electronic instrument. The capacitive power supply can be rapidly recharged. Some configurations include an accelerometer which permits the handheld device to detect movement and perform various operations responsive to detected movement. A dual charging station is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 31

02-05-2013 дата публикации

System for selectively coupling an energy source to a load and method of making same

Номер: US20130106187A1

Автор: Irene Michelle Berry, Lembit Salasoo, Paul Robert Gemin, Robert Dean King

Принадлежит: General Electric Co

A multi-energy storage device system includes an electric drive coupled to a load, a DC link coupled to the electric drive, and a bi-directional voltage converter having an output channel coupled to the DC link and an input channel. A first energy storage device (ESD) is coupled to the input channel, and a switch is coupled to the DC link and to a second ESD. A system controller causes the switch to couple the second ESD to the DC link for delivering energy stored in the second ESD to the electric drive. The system controller also causes the voltage converter to convert a voltage of the first ESD to a higher voltage and to deliver the higher voltage to the DC link, wherein the higher voltage is greater than the voltage of the second ESD and causes the switch to decouple the second ESD from the DC link.

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Номер записи: 32

09-05-2013 дата публикации

Battery Module

Номер: US20130114309A1

Автор: Andreas Pechlaner, Peter Gollob, Werner Roessler

Принадлежит: INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES AG

A battery module and an arrangement including a number of battery modules connected in series are disclosed. An energy store has a positive and a negative connection. A boost converter has a first and a second converter output. The energy store is connected at the positive connection of the energy store to a first connection and at the negative connection of the energy store to a second connection. The first converter output is connected to a first compensation connection and the second converter output is connected to a second compensation connection. The converter is designed to draw energy from the energy store and to provide the energy to the converter outputs of the converter in the form of current.

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Номер записи: 33

06-06-2013 дата публикации

Circuits and methods for heating batteries in parallel using resonance components in series

Номер: US20130141032A1

Автор: Qinyao Yang, Shibin Ma, Wei Feng, Wenhui Xu, Wenjin Xia, Yaochuan Han

Принадлежит: BYD Co Ltd

Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a battery heating circuit, wherein: the battery comprises a first battery and a second battery; the heating circuit comprises a first switch unit, a second switch unit, a damping component R 1, a damping component R 2, a current storage component L 3, a current storage component L 4, a switching control module and an energy storage component V 1; the first battery, the damping component R 1, the current storage component L 3, the energy storage component V 1 and the first switch unit are connected in series to constitute a first charging/discharging circuit; the second battery, the damping component R 2, the current storage component L 4, the energy storage component V 1 and the second switch unit are connected in series to constitute a second charging/discharging circuit.

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Номер записи: 34

04-07-2013 дата публикации

Regulator, Battery Charging Apparatus and Battery Charging System

Номер: US20130169218A1

Автор: Asato Kawamura, Tatsuya Arai

Принадлежит: Shindengen Electric Manufacturing Co Ltd

A regulator comprises a rectifying circuit that rectifies an alternating current output from an output terminal of each phase of the three-phase alternating-current generator “ 101 ” and passes a charging current to the battery “B”; first to third semiconductor devices “T 1 ”, “T 2 ”, “T 3 ” each of which has a first terminal “x 1 ” to which a control signal is input, a second terminal “x 2 ” connected to a negative side of the battery “B”, a third terminal “x 3 ” connected to a positive side of the battery “B”, and a fourth terminal “x 4 ” connected to an output terminal of a corresponding phase “U”, “V”, “W” of the three-phase alternating-current generator “ 101 ”; and a controller “CON” that detects a charging voltage for the battery and outputs the control signals based on a detection result.

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Номер записи: 35

01-08-2013 дата публикации

Electric power transmission device

Номер: US20130193910A1

Автор: Yasukazu Kitamine

Принадлежит: Denso Corp

An electric power transmission device transmits an electric power of a power supply to a battery. The electric power transmission device includes relay capacitor, power supply side switching element, and a battery side switching element. The relay capacitor is located between the power supply and the battery, and stores an electric power of the power supply. The power supply side switching element opens and closes a first electrical path between the power supply and the relay capacitor. The battery side switching element opens and closes a second electrical path between the relay capacitor and the battery. The power supply side switching element has a pair of ends in the first electrical path, one of which is connected to the relay capacitor and the other is not connected to another capacitor that is short-circuited with the relay capacitor when the power supply side switching element is closed.

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Номер записи: 36

08-08-2013 дата публикации

Electronic apparatus, control method and recording medium

Номер: US20130200843A1

Автор: Akihiro Tanabe

Принадлежит: Canon Inc

An electronic apparatus includes a power receiving unit that receives power from a power transmitting apparatus wirelessly, a connection unit that connects an external apparatus, a detection unit that detects power received by the power receiving unit, and a control unit that changes a mode of the electronic apparatus to a first mode after the detection unit detects that power received by the power receiving unit is equal to or lower than a predetermined value if the electronic apparatus is in a second mode.

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Номер записи: 37

08-08-2013 дата публикации

Hybrid Three-Phase Power Flow Analysis Method for Ungrounded Distribution Systems

Номер: US20130204556A1

Автор: Hongbo Sun

Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories Inc

A method for a three phase power flow analysis of an ungrounded power distribution system partitions a topology of the power distribution system into a mainline system and a set of tap systems, wherein the mainline system is formed by mainline buses connecting a swing bus and a set of constant active power and voltage magnitude (PV) buses, wherein the tap system is formed by one or many tap buses, such that a root bus of each tap system corresponds to a mainline bus. Next, the method determines voltages of the mainline buses based on a function of a total load of each tap system; and determines voltages of tap buses based on a voltage of the corresponding root bus of the mainline and load of each tap bus.

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Номер записи: 38

15-08-2013 дата публикации

Power line management system

Номер: US20130205900A1

Автор: Gregory M. Nulty

Принадлежит: Tollgrade Communications Inc

Techniques comprising obtaining, using a sensor unit coupled to a power line in a power distribution system, at least one measurement of at least one inertial property of the power line; and detecting at least one condition of the power line at least in part by analyzing the at least one measurement. A sensor unit configured to be coupled to a power line in a power distribution system, the sensor unit comprising an inertial sensor configured to collect at least one measurement of at least one inertial property of the power line.

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Номер записи: 39

05-09-2013 дата публикации

Battery monitoring in electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles and other applications

Номер: US20130229156A1

Автор: David Howey, Gregory Offer, Nigel Brandon, Paul Mitcheson, Vladimir Yufit

Принадлежит: IMPERIAL INNOVATIONS LTD

A method for monitoring the condition of at least one cell of a battery, used in an electric or hybrid electric vehicle. The battery is connected to a power converter to supply electrical power to an electrical load. The method includes the steps of: controlling the power converter to vary the input impedance of the power converter to draw a varying current from the cell; sensing the voltage across the cell and the current drawn in response to varying the impedance of the power converter; calculating from the sensed voltage and current the complex impedance of the cell; and comparing the calculated complex impedance with information indicative of a correlation between (i) the complex impedance and (ii) information indicative of the condition of the cell, to give an indication of the condition of the cell. The varying current may be actively varied or passively varied.

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Номер записи: 40

19-09-2013 дата публикации

Systems for charging an energy store, and method for operating the charging systems

Номер: US20130241447A1

Автор: Erik Weissenborn, Martin Kessler, Peter Feuerstack

Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

A system for charging at least one energy reservoir cell in a controllable energy reservoir for controlling/supplying electrical energy to an n-phase electrical machine. The controllable energy reservoir has n parallel energy supply branches each having at least two series connected energy reservoir modules, each encompassing at least one electrical reservoir cell having an associated controllable coupling unit. The energy supply branches are connectable to a reference bus and a respective phase of the machine. As a function of control signals, the coupling units interrupt the respective energy supply branch or bypass the cells or switch the associated cells into the respective energy supply branch. To enable charging of at least one cell, at least two phases of the machine are connectable via at least one respective freewheeling diode to a positive pole of a charging device, and the reference bus is connectable to a negative pole of the device.

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Номер записи: 41

19-09-2013 дата публикации

Charging System

Номер: US20130241501A1

Автор: Cheng-Wen Chang

Принадлежит: NOVATEK MICROELECTRONICS CORP

The present invention discloses a charging system for charging a capacitor. The charge system includes a unit gain buffer, driven by a driving voltage, having a positive input terminal for receiving a target voltage and a negative input terminal coupled to an output terminal, at least one independent voltage source, for providing at least one voltage, a first switch coupled between the unit gain buffer and the capacitor, at least one second switch coupled between the at least one independent voltage source and the capacitor, and a switch control waveform generator, coupled to the first switch and the at least one second switch, for sequentially turning on at least one of the first switch and the at least one second switch for at least one of the unit gain buffer and the at least one independent voltage source to sequentially charge the capacitor.

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Номер записи: 42

03-10-2013 дата публикации

System for charging an energy store, and method for operating the charging system

Номер: US20130257355A1

Автор: Erik Weissenborn, Peter Feuerstack

Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

A system for charging at least one energy reservoir cell in a controllable energy reservoir which serves to control and supply electrical energy to an n-phase electrical machine where n≧1. The controllable energy reservoir has n parallel energy supply branches that each have at least two energy reservoir modules, connected in series, that each encompass at least one electrical energy reservoir cell having an associated controllable coupling unit. The energy supply branches are connected on the one hand to a reference bus and on the other hand to a respective phase of the electrical machine. As a function of control signals, the coupling units either interrupt the energy supply branch or bypass the respectively associated energy reservoir cells or switch the respectively associated energy reservoir cells into the energy supply branch. All energy supply branches are connectable via at least one inductance and one rectifier unit to an external energy supply network. The reference bus is furthermore connectable to the rectifier unit.

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Номер записи: 43

03-10-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for collecting power from distributed power supply resources

Номер: US20130261830A1

Автор: Hyeong-Ig KIM, Joo-Yeol Lee, Se-Hee Han, Si-Young Lee, Yong-Tae Yoon, Young-Gyu JIN

Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD, SEOUL NATIONAL UNIVERSITY R&DB FOUNDATION

An apparatus and method for collecting power from distributed power supply resources are provided. The method includes transmitting a signal for inquiring whether supply of demand-side power supply resources is possible to a providing side that provides demand-side power supply resources, selecting demand-side power supply resources to be utilized, based on power supply resource-related information for each of available demand-side power supply resources, which is received from the providing side, and notifying the selection results to the selected demand-side power supply resources.

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Номер записи: 44

03-10-2013 дата публикации

Method for Calibrating Sensors in a Power System

Номер: US20130262012A1

Автор: Charles Brendan O'sullivan, Michael Anthony McCormack

Принадлежит: General Electric Co

A system that includes a controller configured to receive data corresponding to at least a portion of a power system and one or more sensor measurements from one or more sensors in the power system. The controller may then generate a model of the power system based on at least a portion of the data and at least a portion of the sensor measurements such that the model may include one or more model measurements that correspond to the sensor measurements. After generating the model of the power system, the controller may determine one or more correction factors for the sensor measurements based on at least a portion of the sensor measurements and the model measurements, apply the correction factors to the sensor measurements to generate corrected sensor measurements, and determine one or more properties of the power system based on the corrected sensor measurements.

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Номер записи: 45

10-10-2013 дата публикации

Ultracapacitor and integrated battery combination

Номер: US20130266824A1

Автор: Jeremy Cowperthwaite, Mikael Setterberg, Priya Bendale, Takeo Shimbori, Thomas J. Dougherty

Принадлежит: Maxwell Technologies Inc

This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for a combined battery/capacitor energy storage device. In one aspect, the device includes a housing with an integrated battery housing portion, a capacitor housing portion, and a housing lid. A plurality of battery electrodes and electrolyte are contained directly within the integrated battery housing portion and are configured to form an integrated battery within the integrated battery housing portion. The capacitor is connected in parallel with the battery and contained within the capacitor housing portion. A first device terminal and a second device terminal extending through the housing.

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Номер записи: 46

24-10-2013 дата публикации

Method for microgrid controls development

Номер: US20130282194A1

Автор: William Mark Blevins

Принадлежит: Honeywell International Inc

A process develops controls for microgrid systems. The process models physical systems of increasing complexity. Candidate control algorithms are implemented as state machines that can affect state variables which represent control signals for elements of the physical system. A simulation of the physical system is operated according to the control algorithms.

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Номер записи: 47

31-10-2013 дата публикации

Alternating current direct current adapter with wireless charging

Номер: US20130285601A1

Автор: Edgar Diego Haren, Jamie Sookprasong, Lee Warren Atkinson

Принадлежит: Hewlett Packard Development Co LP

A charging device that includes an alternating current (AC) direct current (DC) adapter and a wireless charger. In one implementation the charging device combines an AC/DC adapter and a wireless charger into a same housing.

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Номер записи: 48

07-11-2013 дата публикации

Battery balancing system and battery balancing method using the same

Номер: US20130293006A1

Автор: Dae-Sik CHUNG, Jung-Soo KANG

Принадлежит: LG Chem Ltd

A battery balancing system for equalizing charge amounts of a plurality of batteries includes a state measuring unit for measuring states of the plurality of batteries, a controller for outputting a switching control signal including a balancing initiation signal and a balancing termination signal with reference to the state information measured by the state measuring unit, and a switch unit for simultaneously connecting the plurality of batteries to a balancing circuit unit in parallel according to the balancing initiation signal and simultaneously releasing the parallel connection according to the balancing termination signal. Therefore, when balancing charge amounts of a plurality of batteries, it is possible to balance all batteries together by using a simple circuit configuration.

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Номер записи: 49

21-11-2013 дата публикации

Inverter-charger combined device for electric vehicles and method thereof

Номер: US20130307333A1

Автор: Byung Woon Jang, Chun Suk Yang

Принадлежит: LSIS Co Ltd

Disclosed is an inverter-charger combined device for electric vehicles configured to drive a 3-phase motor by charging a high voltage battery in case of charging mode, and switching a power of the high voltage battery in case of operation mode, the device including a first power supply unit for supplying a power to drive a switching unit of the rectifier, and a second power supply unit for supplying a power to drive a switching unit of the inverter, where the first power supply unit and the second power supply unit are configured to independently supply a power.

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Номер записи: 50

21-11-2013 дата публикации

Power Converter Circuit

Номер: US20130307467A1

Автор: Andrea Carletti

Принадлежит: INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES AG

A power converter circuit includes input terminals configured to receive an input voltage and an input current and output terminals configured to provide an output voltage and an output current. A boost converter stage is coupled between the input terminals and the output terminals. The power converter circuit is operable to operate in one of a first operation mode, a second operation mode, and a third operation mode dependent on the output voltage. The first, second and third operation modes are mutually different. In each of the first, second and third operation modes, the input current is controlled dependent on the input voltage.

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Номер записи: 51

21-11-2013 дата публикации

Power monitoring system and electric vehicle

Номер: US20130311017A1

Автор: Takanori Matsunaga, Yoichi Okubo

Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Corp

A power monitoring system includes an in-vehicle system that monitors a power state of a storage battery of an electric vehicle, and an out-of-vehicle system that is mounted on an out-of-vehicle apparatus and monitors power supply to the electric vehicle. The electric vehicle includes a first power feed port for supplying and receiving AC power to and from the out-of-vehicle apparatus, and a second power feed port for supplying and receiving DC power to and from the out-of-vehicle apparatus. The in-vehicle system includes first power feed port power measurement means for measuring a first amount of fed power supplied from the out-of-vehicle apparatus via the first power feed port, second power feed port power measurement means for measuring a second amount of fed power supplied from the out-of-vehicle apparatus via the second power feed port, vehicle side communication means, storage battery power measurement means, and a monitoring section.

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Номер записи: 52

28-11-2013 дата публикации

Controllable energy store and method for operating a controllable energy store

Номер: US20130317661A1

Автор: Erik Weissenborn, Martin Kessler, Peter Feuerstack

Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

The invention relates to a controllable energy store ( 2 ) with n parallel energy supply branches ( 3 - 1, 3 - 2, 3 - 3 ), wherein n≧1, each said branch having a first energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 11; 3 - 21; 3 - 31 ) and a second energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 12; 3 - 22; 3 - 32 ) that is connected in parallel to said first energy supply sub-branch. Each energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 11; 3 - 12; 3 - 21; 3 - 22; 3 - 31; 3 - 32 ) has at least one energy storing module ( 4 ), each of which comprises at least one electric energy storing cell ( 5 ) with a corresponding controllable coupling unit ( 6 ). The coupling units ( 6 ) disconnect the energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 11; 3 - 12; 3 - 21; 3 - 22; 3 - 31; 3 - 32 ) or bridge the respective corresponding energy storing cells ( 5 ) or connect the respective corresponding energy storing cells ( 5 ) into the respective energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 11; 3 - 12; 3 - 21; 3 - 22; 3 - 31; 3 - 32 ) dependent on control signals. The energy storing cells ( 5 ) of the energy storing modules ( 4 ) in the first energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 11; 3 - 21; 3 - 31 ) and the energy storing cells ( 5 ) of the energy storing modules ( 4 ) in the second energy supply sub-branch ( 3 - 12; 3 - 22; 3 - 32 ) are arranged in an anti-parallel manner.

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Номер записи: 53

12-12-2013 дата публикации

Method for reducing the number of power terminal connectors

Номер: US20130328399A1

Автор: Hidekazu Chujo, Keiji Suzuki

Принадлежит: Lenovo Singapore Pte Ltd

A method for reducing the number of connectors for connecting a tablet unit and a base unit is disclosed. The tablet unit includes a system device and a first connector connected to a power line for supplying power from the base unit. The base unit includes a second connector configured to be connected to the first connector when the base unit is combined with the tablet unit. The tablet unit also includes a battery unit capable of supplying power to the system device through the power line. An external power-supply circuit is also capable of supplying power to the system device from an AC/DC adapter through the power line. Since power can be supplied from the battery unit or the AC/DC adapter to the tablet unit through the power line alone, the number of connector terminals can be reduced.

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Номер записи: 54

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Method and device for discharging an electrical network

Номер: US20130335004A1

Автор: Thomas Merkel, Thomas Peuser

Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

A method, a device and an electrical system for discharging a first electrical network. The first electrical network comprises in particular an intermediate circuit which comprises in particular an intermediate-circuit capacitor. The first electrical network is connected to a second electrical network by means of a DC-DC converter for this purpose. The first electrical network is discharged by means of the DC-DC converter. At the same time, the DC-DC converter transfers electrical energy into the second electrical network. For discharging, the output voltage of the DC-DC converter is set to a first voltage value, which is larger than the nominal voltage of the second electrical network. For discharging, the output voltage of the DC-DC converter is set to the first voltage value for a predefinable first period of time.

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Номер записи: 55

30-01-2014 дата публикации

Charging apparatus for lead storage battery

Номер: US20140028250A1

Автор: Shuzo Nishino

Принадлежит: Shuzo Nishino

A charging apparatus 10 includes: a half-wave rectifier 21 that half-wave rectifies an alternating current supplied from a commercial power supply 11 ; a radiofrequency generating circuit 22 that converts the output current of the half-wave rectifier 21 to a radiofrequency current with a predetermined frequency and outputs the radiofrequency current; an induction coil 23 that is fed with the radiofrequency current from the radiofrequency generating circuit 22 ; a power receiving coil 24 that receives an electromotive force induced by a magnetic flux produced on the induction coil 23 ; a resonant capacitor 25 that is connected in parallel with the power receiving coil 24 and forms a resonant circuit with the power receiving coil 24 at the predetermined frequency; and a full-wave rectifier 27 that full-wave rectifies the output current of the parallel resonant circuit and supplies the current to a lead storage battery 12.

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Номер записи: 56

06-02-2014 дата публикации

System, methods, and devices for generating power using a thermoelectric device with closed loop cooling system for mobile device and battery charging

Номер: US20140034103A1

Автор: Adam Lucas Millat, Benjamin Michael Kellie, Yuri Jacques Kubo

Принадлежит: STAMP TEG LLC

The pending disclosure describes systems, methods, and devices for generating power using a thermoelectric device. Such systems, methods, and devices may include one or more heat pipes containing a fluid. Moreover, each of the heat pipes may be coupled to the top surface of one or more thermoelectric modules. Also, a heat sink may be coupled to the top end of the one or more heat pipes. Further, a charging circuit may be coupled to the one or more thermoelectric modules. Moreover, the bottom surface of the one or more thermoelectric modules may be heated from an external heat source to a temperature higher than the temperature of the top surface of the one or more thermoelectric modules thereby generating voltage to be provided to the electric charging circuit.

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Номер записи: 57

06-02-2014 дата публикации

System, method, and apparatus for electric power grid and network management of grid elements

Номер: US20140039703A1

Автор: Joseph W. Forbes, Jr.

Принадлежит: Individual

Systems, methods, and apparatus embodiments for electric power grid and network registration and management of active grid elements. Grid elements are transformed into active grid elements following initial registration of each grid element with the system, preferably through network-based communication between the grid elements and a coordinator, either in coordination with or outside of an IP-based communications network router. A multiplicity of active grid elements function in the grid for supply capacity, supply and/or load curtailment as supply or capacity. Also preferably, messaging is managed through a network by a Coordinator using IP messaging for communication with the grid elements, with the energy management system (EMS), and with the utilities, market participants, and/or grid operators.

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Номер записи: 58

06-02-2014 дата публикации

Facilitating revenue generation from wholesale electricity markets

Номер: US20140039709A1

Автор: Alain P. STEVEN, Duncan K. DeVore

Принадлежит: Virdity Energy Inc

The apparatus, systems and methods herein facilitate generation of energy-related revenue for an energy customer of an electricity supplier. The apparatuses and methods herein can be used to generate operating schedules for a controller of the energy assets. When implemented, the generated operating schedules facilitates derivation of the energy-related revenue, over a time period T, associated with operation of the energy assets according to the generated operating schedule. The energy-related revenue available to the energy customer over the time period T is based at least in part on a wholesale electricity market.

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Номер записи: 59

06-02-2014 дата публикации

System and method for estimating performance metrics of conservation voltage reduction (cvr) systems and volt/var optimization systems

Номер: US20140039712A1

Автор: David Gordon BELL

Принадлежит: Utilidata Inc

A system and method for estimating performance metrics of conservation voltage reduction (CVR) systems and VOLT/VAR optimization systems is disclosed.

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Номер записи: 60

20-02-2014 дата публикации

Method for Globally Optimizing Power Flows in Electric Networks

Номер: US20140052301A1

Автор: Ajit Gopalakrishnan, Arvind Raghunathan, Daniel Nikolaev Nikovski

Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories Inc

A power flow problem (OPF) in an electric power network is globally optimized using a branch and bound tree of nodes connected by edges. The BB initially includes at least a root node, and each node represents a feasible region of limits on voltages and powers. An upper bound on the OPF problem is solved for selected nodes using nonlinear programming, while a lower bound is solved using a convex relaxation. The lowest upper and lower bounds are updated using the current upper and lower bound. If a difference between the lowest upper and lowest lower bound is less than a threshold, then outputting the voltages and the powers for the electric power network as represented by the feasibility region for the selected node. Otherwise, the feasible region of the node is partitioned to replace the node. The process is repeated until the tree is empty.

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Номер записи: 61

27-02-2014 дата публикации

Charging current calibration

Номер: US20140055082A1

Автор: Abhijeet V. Dharmapurikar, Cheong Kun, David Keitel, Eric B. ZEISEL, Eric I. Mikuteit, Todd R. Sutton

Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

Exemplary embodiments are directed to systems, devices, methods, and computer-readable media for calibrating a charging current. A device may include a charger for conveying an output voltage to a chargeable device. The device may also include a monitoring system including an analog-to-digital converter for measuring a current received by the chargeable device. Further, the device may include a control device configured to receive a charging current value from the monitoring system and convey a signal to the charger in response to a comparison of the charging current value to a target current value.

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Номер записи: 62

27-02-2014 дата публикации

Wireless, Reusable, Rechargeable Medical Sensors and System for Recharing and Disinfecting the Same

Номер: US20140056757A1

Автор: Bo Chen, Friso Schlottau

Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

Embodiments described herein may include systems and method for monitoring physiological parameters of a patient. Specifically, embodiments disclose wireless, reusable, rechargeable medical sensors that include an inductive coil coupled to a rechargeable battery. Additionally, embodiments disclose systems and methods for recharging and disinfecting the disclosed medical sensors.

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Номер записи: 63

27-03-2014 дата публикации

Charger and Charge Control Circuit for Use Therein

Номер: US20140084845A1

Автор: Nien-Hui Kung

Принадлежит: RICHTEK TECHNOLOGY CORP

The present invention provides a charger circuit for supplying power from an external power source to a first common node and charging a second common node from the first common node; a regulator circuit is coupled between the external power source and the first common node. The charger circuit includes a switching regulator power stage for controlling charging to the second common node. The switching regulator power stage supplies power to the second common node according to detected voltage at the first common node, detected voltage at the second common node, and charging current to the second common node.

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Номер записи: 64

03-04-2014 дата публикации

Modular Power Conversion System

Номер: US20140091622A1

Автор: Donald J. Lucas, Jason M. Sachs

Принадлежит: Deka Products LP

A modular power conversion system. The modular power conversion system includes at least one first electric resource, a modular power stage, at least one second electric resource, and wherein the modular power stage comprising at last one module including power electronics for converting power between the at least one first electronic resource and the at least one second electric resource.

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Номер записи: 65

10-04-2014 дата публикации

Bidirectional wireless charging/discharging device for portable electronic device

Номер: US20140097790A1

Автор: Ming-Hsiang Yeh

Принадлежит: Individual

A bidirectional wireless charging/discharging device for the portable electronic device includes a logic control unit, a boost/buck unit, first and second reverse current suppressors, a control switch, and a receipt/transmission mode selection unit. The logic control unit includes an automatic mode selection resetting module. The reverse current suppressor provide function of reverse current prevention and switching. The boost/buck unit controls stepping up/down of voltage in a charging operation. The logic control unit detects if a load exists and controls the operations of the boost/buck unit and the reverse current suppressor and is used in combination with the control switch to control the performance of charging or discharging and is further used in combination with the receipt or transmission mode selection unit to select a desired mode of operation. The receipt/transmission mode selection unit is electrically connected to automatic mode selection resetting module.

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Номер записи: 66

01-01-2015 дата публикации

Balance correction apparatus and electric storage system

Номер: US20150002083A1

Автор: Fumiaki Nakao

Принадлежит: EVTD Inc

A balance correction apparatus is stopped at an appropriate timing. Provided are an inductor; a first switching device electrically connected between another end of the inductor and another end of the first electric storage cell; a second switching device electrically connected between another end of the inductor and another end of the second electric storage cell; and a control section supplying a control signal to control ON/OFF operations of the first switching device and the second switching device, to the first switching device and the second switching device, where the control section obtains information representing a voltage difference between the first electric storage cell and the second electric storage cell, and the control section supplies the control signal to cause both of the first switching device and the second switching device to operate to be OFF, when the voltage difference is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value.

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Номер записи: 67

07-01-2021 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR GENERATING A MAGNETIC FIELD, IN PARTICULAR FOR AN INDUCTIVE CHARGING SYSTEM, AND PRIMARY DEVICE OF AN INDUCTIVE CHARGING SYSTEM FOR DYNAMICALLY CHARGING VEHICLES

Номер: US20210001733A1

Автор: Effenberger Ralf, Meins Jürgen

Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a device for generating a magnetic field, in particular for a primary apparatus of an inductive charging system, as well as to a primary apparatus of an inductive charging system for the contactless, inductive power transfer to transport means. With the objective of continually generating a magnetic field along a specific traveling direction, the device is provided with at least one electrical conductor for generating the magnetic field, a supply unit for generating an alternating current for the at least one electrical conductor, and a detection unit for detecting a secondary charging system. This device is characterized by a communication unit for transmitting and receiving data to/from an identical device, wherein the device is designed to control the signal control unit by means of the detection unit and/or by means of the received data, and hence the generation of the magnetic field for inductive power transfer. With respect to the primary apparatus, the latter has a plurality of interconnected devices for generating a magnetic field, wherein the devices have a plurality of electrical conductors for generating a magnetic field. In addition, the arrangement and actuation of electrical conductors of the devices are designed in such a way that a predetermined magnetic field can be generated by a portion of the electrical conductors, and this magnetic field can be displaced by correspondingly actuating the electrical conductors with a static motion. 2. The device according to claim 1 ,whereinthe communication unit is designed to transmit and receive the data in a wireless and/or corded manner, and wherein detection unit is designed to identify the secondary charging system, in particular its kind and type, and generate the mentioned data based on an identified secondary charging system.3. The device according to claim 1 ,whereinthe device is designed to be supplied with a direct current, and wherein the supply unit, in particular with a ...

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Номер записи: 68

07-01-2021 дата публикации

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE

Номер: US20210001738A1

Автор: JANG Young Jin, JEON Joon Young, KIM Hye Seung, LEE Dong Jun, LEE Ho Joong, SUNG Won Yong, YOUN Han Shin

Принадлежит:

A four wheel drive vehicle includes: main driving wheels and auxiliary driving wheels; a first driving motor that provides power to the main driving wheels; a second driving motor that provides power to the auxiliary driving wheels; a battery that stores electrical energy; an inverter that converts and provides the electrical energy stored in the battery to the first driving motor; and a bidirectional power converter that generates charging electric power for charging the battery by converting power supplied from the outside of the vehicle and converts and provides the electrical energy stored in the battery to the second driving motor. 1. A four wheel drive vehicle comprising:main driving wheels and auxiliary driving wheels;a first driving motor configured to provide power to the main driving wheels;a second driving motor configured to provide power to the auxiliary driving wheels;a battery configured to store electrical energy;an inverter configured to convert and provide the electrical energy stored in the battery to the first driving motor; anda bidirectional power converter configured to generate charging electric power for charging the battery by converting power supplied from an outside of the vehicle and configured to convert and provide the electrical energy stored in the battery to the second driving motor.2. The four wheel drive vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the second driving motor has rated power smaller than rated power of the first driving motor.3. The four wheel drive vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising:a first switching element connected between the bidirectional power converter and a charging inlet configured to supply external charging electric power, anda second switching element disposed between the bidirectional power converter and the second driving motor.4. The four wheel drive vehicle of claim 3 , wherein when the external charging electric power is applied through the charging inlet or the electric power of the battery is output through ...

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Номер записи: 69

06-01-2022 дата публикации

PROCESS OPTIMIZATION BY GROUPING MIXED INTEGER NONLINEAR PROGRAMMING CONSTRAINTS

Номер: US20220004153A1

Автор: Boddupalli Sankararao, Hemachandran Kishore Kumar, Hillier Gareth, Kattapuram James Jude, Lavate Mallikarjun Avanna, Madabhushi Pranav Bhaswanth, Tanartkit Purt, Vedam Rajkumar, Zhang Detong

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Real-time dynamic optimization of a process model in an online model-based process control computing environment. A mixed integer nonlinear programming (MINLP) solver utilizes grouping of first-principle model units to implement constraints of the underlying process. A group identifier parameter and a group complement parameter enable the grouping behavior through association with the first-principles model units. 1. A system , comprising:one or more computers comprising one or more processors and one or more non-transitory computer readable media, the one or more non-transitory computer readable media comprising instructions stored thereon that when executed cause the one or more computers to:generate, by the one or more processors, a plurality of model components implementing at least one first-principle equation, wherein the at least one first-principle equation represents at least one process unit, and wherein two or more of the plurality of model components comprise a group;generate, by the one or more processors, a plurality of switch components each comprising a corresponding one of the plurality of model components and each implementing a mixed integer nonlinear programming (MINLP) behavior of the corresponding one of the plurality of model components; wherein each switch component includes a group identifier parameter of the group and a group complement parameter encoding an operational constraint; andgenerate, by the one or more processors, an MINLP solver component configured to switch each of the plurality of model components of the group between an active state and an inactive state based at least in part on the group identifier parameter and the group complement parameter during a simulation.2. The system of claim 1 ,wherein the group identifier parameter comprises a common value among each of the two or more of the plurality of model components comprising the group.3. The system of claim 1 ,wherein the plurality of model components each exhibit a ...

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Номер записи: 70

04-01-2018 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for rapid charging using shared power electronics

Номер: US20180001773A1

Автор: Robert Dean King, Robert Louis Steigerwald

Принадлежит: General Electric Co

An apparatus comprises a power electronic energy conversion system comprising a first energy storage device configured to store DC energy and a first voltage converter configured to convert a second voltage from a remote power supply into a first charging voltage configured to charge the first energy storage device. The apparatus also includes a first controller configured to control the first voltage converter to convert the second voltage into the first charging voltage and to provide the first charging voltage to the first energy storage device during a charging mode of operation and communicate with a second controller located remotely from the power electronic energy conversion system to cause a second charging voltage to be provided to the first energy storage device during the charging mode of operation to rapidly charge the first energy storage device.

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Номер записи: 71

06-01-2022 дата публикации

POWER SYSTEM DISPATCHING METHOD CONSIDERING VOLTAGE SENSITIVE LOAD RESERVE

Номер: US20220006292A1

Автор: Guo Qinglai, LI Zijin, PAN Zhaoguang, SONG Yifan, Sun Hongbin, Tian Xingtao, Wang Bin, WANG Cunping, YU Haoran

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A power system dispatching method considering voltage sensitive load reserve is provided, with which a power system dispatching model constituted by a ground state operating point model of the power system, an evaluation model of the voltage sensitive load regulation range and an optimization objective of power system dispatch is established, by solving the power system dispatching model, a power system dispatching solution considering voltage sensitive load reserve is obtained. 2. The power system dispatching method considering voltage sensitive load reserve according to claim 1 , wherein the optimized power system dispatching model is solved by an Ipopt solver.3. A power system dispatching device considering voltage sensitive load reserve claim 1 , comprising:a processor;{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a memory having stored therein a computer program that, when executed by the processor, causes the processor to perform the method according to .'}4. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having stored therein instructions that claim 1 , when executed by a processor claim 1 , causes the processor to perform the method according to . This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202010625594.0, filed Jul. 2, 2020, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present disclosure relates to the operation control technology of a power system, and more particularly to a power system dispatching method considering voltage sensitive load reserve.In order to deal with the active power fluctuation effectively, the power system usually reserves a certain amount of power generation capacity for upward or downward adjustment, so as to ensure the active power balance and frequency stability of the power system. As the voltage sensitive load has a certain regulation capability, it can be regarded as a supplement to the active power reserve capacity of the generator to help the power system regulate the ...

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Номер записи: 72

06-01-2022 дата публикации

Fast charging of electric vehicles while in motion or stationary

Номер: US20220006324A1

Автор: Aylaian Eric, Schuchardt Frederick H.

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Disclosed embodiments facilitate exceptionally fast charging of electric vehicles that may be stationary or in motion. Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) is accomplished by use of high frequency power supplies, transmitting antennas, vehicle receivers and high capacity capacitors within the vehicles. The capacitors may be quickly charged and may be then used to directly power a vehicle and/or charge a vehicle's native battery. A vehicle receiver may wirelessly receive a wave of electrical power and cover the power to DC for further use or transition to the capacitors or vehicle battery. 1. A wireless power transmission (WPT) system for wirelessly charging an electric vehicle , the system comprising:a) a transmitting antenna wirelessly transmitting power to a receiver;b) the receiver disposed upon an electric vehicle;c) the receiver transmitting power to a plurality of capacitors, the capacitors disposed upon the electric vehicle the capacitors transmitting power to vehicle batteries and/or one more electric motors of the electric vehicle.2. The system of wherein the receiver takes the form of a rectenna.3. The system of wherein the rectenna converts AC power from the transmitting antenna to DC power.4. The system of wherein the receiver comprises a rectifier and a rectenna.5. The system of wherein a gyrotron sends power to the transmitting antenna.6. The system of wherein the transmitting antenna comprises a lens. This is a utility application based upon U.S. patent application Ser. No. 63/082,599 filed on Sep. 24, 2020 and claims the priority date of said application. This related application is incorporated herein by reference and made a part of this application. If any conflict arises between the disclosure of the invention in this utility application and that in the related provisional application, the disclosure in this utility application shall govern. Moreover, the inventor(s) incorporate herein by reference any and all patents, patent applications, and other ...

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Номер записи: 73

06-01-2022 дата публикации

Wireless power transmission

Номер: US20220006326A1

Автор: Aashish MEHTA, Mohammad Reza VEDADY MOGHADAM NANEHKARAN

Принадлежит: Transferfi Pte Ltd

Wireless power transmission methods, wireless power transmitters, wireless power receiving method, and wireless power receivers are disclosed. Wireless power is transmitted using power signal comprising a multi-sine waveform within a bandwidth to drive a plurality of antennas. Beam-forming coefficients are generated and the relative phases of the power signal used to drive the antennas is controlled by the beam-forming coefficients.

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Номер записи: 74

06-01-2022 дата публикации

Wireless Power Mode Switching

Номер: US20220006327A1

Автор: Lisi Gianpaolo, Mehrabi Arash, Moussaoui Zaki

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A wireless power system may include an electronic device and a removable case. The electronic device and removable case may include wireless charging coils that are inductively coupled when the electronic device and the removable case are physically coupled. In a first mode, while the removable case is inductively coupled to the electronic device and the electronic device is not connected to a wired power source, a coil in the removable case transmits wireless power signals to the electronic device. In a second mode, while the removable case is inductively coupled to the electronic device and the electronic device is connected to a wired power source, the coil in the removable case receives wireless power signals from the electronic device. In a third mode, the removable case receives wireless power with a first coil and transmits wireless power to the electronic device with a second coil. 1. (canceled)2. An accessory for an electronic device , comprising:a wireless charging coil; and in a first mode, while the accessory is inductively coupled to the electronic device and the electronic device is not connected to a wired power source, transmit wireless power signals to the electronic device using the wireless charging coil; and', 'in a second mode, while the accessory is inductively coupled to the electronic device and while the electronic device is connected to a wired power source, receive wireless power signals from the electronic device using the wireless charging coil., 'control circuitry configured to3. The accessory of claim 2 , further comprising a battery coupled to the control circuitry claim 2 , wherein the control circuitry is further configured to charge the battery with power received wirelessly using the wireless charging coil.4. The accessory of claim 3 , wherein the accessory has first and second opposing planar surfaces and wherein the wireless charging coil is positioned adjacent the first planar surface.5. The accessory of claim 4 , further ...

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Номер записи: 75

06-01-2022 дата публикации

POWER SUPPLY DEVICE, ELECRONIC DEVICE AND POWER SUPPLY METHOD

Номер: US20220006381A1

Автор: XIE Hongbin, ZHANG Jialiang, ZHANG JUN

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A power supply device, an electronic apparatus, and a power supply method are provided. The power supply device comprises a first buck circuit used to convert, if a single battery cell in N cells connected in series has a voltage lower than a shutdown voltage of an electronic apparatus, a total voltage of the N cells into a power supply voltage of the electronic apparatus, such that the power supply voltage is higher than or equal to the shutdown voltage, N being an integer greater than or equal to 2; and a first power supply channel used to supply power to a system of the electronic apparatus according to the power supply voltage. 1. A power supply device comprising:a first step-down circuit configured to convert, in response to a voltage of a single battery cell among N battery cells connected in series is lower than a shutdown voltage of an electronic device, a total voltage of the N battery cells into a power supply voltage of the electronic device, so that the power supply voltage becomes higher than or equal to the shutdown voltage, wherein N is an integer greater than or equal to 2; anda first power supply channel, configured to supply power to a system of the electronic device at the power supply voltage.2. The power supply device of claim 1 , further comprising:a second step-down circuit configured to perform conversion on the total voltage of the N battery cells, in response to the voltage of a single cell among the N battery cells is higher than or equal to the shutdown voltage of the electronic device, wherein the second step-down circuit has a step-down proportion of 1/N; anda second power supply channel configured to supply power to the system of the electronic device at the voltage converted by the second step-down circuit.3. The power supply device of claim 2 , further comprising:a control circuit configured to switch between the first power supply channel and the second power supply channel.4. The power supply device of claim 1 , further comprising: ...

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Номер записи: 76

13-01-2022 дата публикации

POWER SUPPLY UNIT FOR AEROSOL INHALER

Номер: US20220007734A1

Автор: KITAHARA Minoru, ONO Yasuhiro, TANAKA Shujiro

Принадлежит: JAPAN TOBACCO INC.

A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler includes: a power supply configured to supply power to a load that atomizes an aerosol source; a temperature sensor configured to detect a temperature of the power supply; a controller; and a circuit board. The circuit board includes: a first surface; a second surface; a power supply layer in which a power supply path is formed; and a ground layer. The power supply layer and the ground layer are provided between the first surface and the second surface. The temperature sensor is mounted on the second surface, and at least one of the power supply path and the ground path is not formed in a region which overlaps the temperature sensor as viewed from a first direction, the first direction being a direction in which the first surface and the second surface are opposed to each other. 1. A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler comprising:a power supply configured to supply power to a load that atomizes an aerosol source;a temperature sensor configured to detect a temperature of the power supply;a controller configured to control at least one of charging of the power supply and discharging to the load based on an output of the temperature sensor; anda circuit board on which a plurality of elements including the temperature sensor and the controller are mounted, whereinthe circuit board includes: a first surface; a second surface which is located on a side opposite from the first surface; a power supply layer in which a power supply path configured to supply power to the plurality of elements is formed; and a ground layer in which a ground path configured to function as a ground of the plurality of elements is formed,the power supply layer and the ground layer are provided between the first surface and the second surface,the temperature sensor is mounted on the second surface, andat least one of the power supply path and the ground path is not formed in a region which overlaps the temperature sensor as viewed from a first ...

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Номер записи: 77

13-01-2022 дата публикации

POWER SUPPLY UNIT FOR AEROSOL GENERATION DEVICE

Номер: US20220007743A1

Автор: KITAHARA Minoru, ONO Yasuhiro, TANAKA Shujiro

Принадлежит: JAPAN TOBACCO INC.

A power supply unit for an aerosol generation device includes: a power supply configured to supply power to a heater configured to heat an aerosol source; a step-up system configured to function by a stepped-up voltage supplied from the power supply; a step-down system configured to function by a stepped-down voltage supplied from the power supply; and a direct-coupling system configured to function by a voltage supplied from the power supply. 1. A power supply unit for an aerosol generation device comprising:a secondary battery configured to supply power to a heater configured to heat an aerosol source;a step-up system configured to function by a stepped-up voltage supplied from the secondary battery;a step-down system configured to function by a stepped-down voltage supplied from the secondary battery; anda direct-coupling system configured to function by a voltage supplied from the secondary battery.2. The power supply unit for the aerosol generation device according to claim 1 ,wherein a frequency at which the step-up system functions is lower than a frequency at which the step-down system functions and/or a frequency at which the direct-coupling system functions.3. The power supply unit for the aerosol generation device according to claim 1 ,wherein the step-down system functions in at least a part of a period during which the step-up system does not function and a period during which the step-up system functions, andwherein the step-down system functions in at least a part of a period during which the direct-coupling system does not function and a period during which the direct-coupling system functions.4. The power supply unit for the aerosol generation device according to claim 1 ,wherein the number of loads that function in the step-down system is larger than the number of loads that function in the step-up system and/or the number of loads that function in the direct-coupling system.5. The power supply unit for the aerosol generation device according to ...

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Номер записи: 78

07-01-2016 дата публикации

Generating one-line electrical network diagrams

Номер: US20160003920A1

Автор: Jayme Lee MCQUILLAN

Принадлежит: Schneider Electric USA Inc

A method for animating a one-line electrical network diagram includes receiving, on a computer via a graphical user interface, the one-line electrical network diagram comprising electrical component data representing a plurality of electrical components, analyzing, by the computer, the one-line electrical network diagram to recognize each of the plurality of electrical components, determining, for each of the plurality of electrical components, a functional type of the electrical component, determining, for each of the plurality of electrical components, one or more properties of the electrical component, and based on the functional types and properties of each of the electrical components, generating an animation algorithm of the one-line electrical network diagram, the animation algorithm controlling animation of the one-line electrical network diagram, the animation showing at least one flow of power through at least one of the plurality of electrical components.

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Номер записи: 79

13-01-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM

Номер: US20220009429A1

Автор: Awad Alla Michael Adel, Dagher Sami, Wu Bo

Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

An electrical power system for a vehicle comprising a base powernet and a primary powernet electrically connected to primary safety critical loads. A switch is disposed between the base powernet and the primary powernet. The switch is configured to transition between a closed state that electrically connects the base powernet to the primary powernet and an open state that disconnects the base powernet from the primary powernet. 1. An electrical power system for a vehicle comprising:a base powernet;a primary powernet electrically connected to primary safety critical loads; anda switch disposed between the base powernet and the primary powernet, wherein the switch is configured to transition between a closed state that electrically connects the base powernet to the primary powernet and an open state that disconnects the base powernet from the primary powernet.2. The electrical power system of claim 1 , wherein the primary safety critical loads comprise at least one of a braking system or steering.3. The electrical power system of claim 1 , further comprising a high voltage powernet that electrically connects an autonomous vehicle system to a high voltage battery.4. The electrical power system of claim 3 , further comprising a DC/DC converter that is disposed between the high voltage powernet and the primary powernet claim 3 , wherein the DC/DC converter converts a high voltage direct current from the high voltage battery to a low-voltage direct current for the primary powernet.5. The electrical power system of claim 3 , further comprising a secondary powernet electrically connected to secondary safety critical loads.6. The electrical power system of claim 5 , further comprising a DC/DC converter that is disposed between the high voltage powernet and the secondary powernet claim 5 , wherein the DC/DC converter converts a high voltage direct current from the high voltage battery to a low-voltage direct current for the secondary powernet.7. The electrical power system of ...

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Номер записи: 80

07-01-2021 дата публикации

ELASTIC POWER SCALING

Номер: US20210004265A1

Автор: Doshi Kshitij Arun, Guim Bernat Francesc, MOSUR Lokpraveen, Qureshi Uzair, Smith Ned M.

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Various aspects of methods, systems,and use cases include coordinating actions at an edge device based on power production in a distributed edge computing environment. Systems and methods may be used to an edge device based on power production. A method may include predicting power harvesting of an edge device over a period of time. The method may determine an optimized timeframe among various timeframes for performing a task based on the predicted power harvesting. The method may include outputting or an indication for use by an implementing edge device. 1. A system to coordinate operation of an edge device based on power production comprising:memory including instructions; estimate power available to be harvested at an edge device over a future time period using a machine learned model;', 'identify a set of tasks to be executed during the future time period;', 'determine an optimized timeframe among multiple timeframes to perform a task of the set of tasks at the edge device based on the predicted power available to be harvested; and', 'provide an indication of the optimized timeframe, the task, and configuration settings to the edge device., 'an orchestrator device including processing circuitry, the processing circuitry to execute the instructions including operations to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the configuration settings include power states for resources on the edge device claim 1 , including at least one of a central processing unit (CPU) claim 1 , a graphics processing unit (GPU) claim 1 , a field programmable gate array (FPGA) claim 1 , memory claim 1 , or an accelerator.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the future time period is divided into the various timeframes based on a minimum duration of power usage at a particular power for the set of tasks.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the optimized timeframe is selected based on the estimated available power to be harvested being at a maximum over the optimized timeframe.5. The system of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 81

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Machine learning of electrical system behavior, and related systems, apparatuses, and methods

Номер: US20200005208A1

Автор: John Michael Fife

Принадлежит: Enel X North America Inc

The present disclosure is directed to machine learning of electrical power system behavior, and related systems, apparatuses, and methods. A controller of an electrical power system includes a data storage device configured to store model data indicating a model load power consumed by loads of the electrical power system. The controller also includes a processor configured to determine current data including current load power consumed by the loads, modify the model data by aggregating the model data with the current data, and determine a set of control values for a set of control variables to effectuate a change to operation of the electrical power system based, at least in part, on the model data.

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Номер записи: 82

13-01-2022 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ADD-ON BATTERY

Номер: US20220014033A1

Автор: Alobaidi Mohammed, Cooper Anthony, Martaeng Jesper

Принадлежит: Green Cubes Technology, LLC

Systems and methods for operating an add-on battery that may be electrically coupled to a second system that includes an electrical energy storage device are presented. In one example, the systems and methods provide for extending operation of the second system via selectively powering the second system via the add-on battery in response to operating conditions of the second system. 1. An add-on battery system , comprising:a battery;a bi-directional DC/DC converter including an H-bridge comprising a transformer positioned in a horizontal circuit extending between two vertical circuits, anda controller including instructions stored in non-transitory memory to direct current flow into the battery and out of the battery via the bi-directional DC/DC converter in response to conditions of an external electrical energy storage device.2. The add-on battery system of claim 1 , further comprising:additional instructions to activate the bi-directional DC/DC converter in response to a derivative of a voltage of the external electrical energy storage device.3. The add-on battery system of claim 1 , further comprising:additional instructions to activate the bi-directional DC/DC converter in response to an error between a rolling average of a voltage of the external electrical energy storage device and an instantaneous voltage of the external electrical energy storage device.4. The add-on battery system of claim 1 , further comprising:two operational amplifiers and an inductor, the two operational amplifiers and the inductor directly coupled to the transformer.5. The add-on battery system of claim 4 , where the inductor is positioned in the horizontal circuit between the transformer and the two additional transistors in the second vertical circuits.6. The add-on battery system of claim 5 , where the transformer includes two windings claim 5 , where a first of the two windings is coupled to the two operational amplifiers claim 5 , and where a second of the two windings is coupled ...

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Номер записи: 83

04-01-2018 дата публикации

Bi-directional precharge mechanism for charger circuits

Номер: US20180006479A1

Автор: Marcin Daniel, Marian Hulub

Принадлежит: Intel IP Corp

Some embodiments include apparatus and methods for using a first node to couple to a battery, a second node to couple to a terminal of an interface, and a precharge circuit unit coupled to the first and second nodes. The precharge circuit can operates to cause a first current to flow from the first node to the second node through a transistor of the precharge circuit unit based on first values of voltages at the first and second nodes, and to cause a second current to flow from the second node to the first node through the transistor based on second values of voltages at the first and second nodes.

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Номер записи: 84

07-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM, DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR OFF-GRID MICROGRIDS MANAGEMENT

Номер: US20210006069A1

Автор: LU Ning, XIE Fuhong, YAN Jiahong, ZENG Wente

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A method, system, and device for managing off-grid power supply are provided. The method includes acquiring data from one or more loads. The one or more loads are connected to the off-grid power supply. The method further includes modeling the one or more loads based on the acquired data, estimating a state of charge of an energy storage device (ESD) associated with the off-grid power supply, and determining an operational status of each of the one or more loads. The operational status is based on at least the state of charge of the ESD and a category of each of the one or more loads. Each load is controlled based on the operational status. 1. A method for managing an off-grid power supply , the method comprising:acquiring data from one or more loads connected to the off-grid power supply;modeling, using processing circuitry, the one or more loads based on the acquired data;estimating, using the processing circuitry, a state of charge of an energy storage device (ESD) associated with the off-grid power supply;determining, using the processing circuitry, an operational status of each of the one or more loads based on at least the state of charge of the ESD and a category of each of the one or more loads; andcontrolling each load based on the determined operational status.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:identifying a parameter value as a trigger point according to the state of charge of the energy storage device for a thermostatic load,wherein the thermostatic load is switched on and off according to thermostatic parameters using the identified parameter value as the trigger point.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:determining upper and lower limits for the thermostatic parameters that are different than other upper and lower limits for the thermostatic parameters when the thermostatic load is connected to a non-dispatchable power source.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the controlling of the load includes:controlling a power supply to one ...

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Номер записи: 85

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Source bootstrap power conversion for the safe and efficient interconnection of homogeneous or heterogeneous energy storage modules

Номер: US20210006075A1

Автор: Carlos Rentel, Hunter Jones

Принадлежит: Xwave Innovations Inc

The present disclosure comprises devices and methods used to regulate the power, voltage and/or current out of an individual energy storage module. A plurality of energy storage modules and/or individual interconnected energy storage modules can form an energy storage system when interconnected in series, parallel or series/parallel. The present disclosure also provides a method for storing and delivering energy, comprising providing an energy storage module for boosting the voltage of the energy storage component while delivering power to a load.

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Номер записи: 86

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Reconfigurable Energy Storage Module and Optimum Power Transfer Algorithm for Distributed and Modular Energy Storage Systems

Номер: US20210006076A1

Автор: Ainala Karthik, Jones Hunter, Rentel Carlos

Принадлежит: X-wave Innovations, Inc.

Systems and methods are disclosed that are related to a set of reconfigurable energy storage modules that can be assisted by an algorithm used to create larger energy storage systems in a flexible and efficient manner. The modules can interconnect in series, parallel or series/parallel and achieve balancing of the energy in every module while providing terminal voltage and/or current control and regulation. The modules can reconfigure on-the-fly and behave as a regular battery, a by-passing unit with a very low resistance, or a module capable of bucking or boosting voltage. 1. A modular energy management system , comprising:a reconfigurable energy storage module (“RESM”), where the RESM comprises an energy storage module;a processor executing an algorithm to operatively manage the RESM and execute instructions to perform the following step:reconfiguring the RESM for one of load power, current, and voltage.2. A modular energy management system , comprising:at least two reconfigurable energy storage modules (“RESMs”) connected in series, parallel, or series/parallel, where each reconfigurable energy storage module comprises an energy storage unit;a processor executing an algorithm to operative managing the RESMs and to perform the following steps:reconfiguring the RESMs for one or more of load power, current, and voltage, regulation and control, and balancing of the energy storage units.3. The modular energy management system of claim 2 , wherein the algorithm to performs balancing of the energy storage units during charge and during discharge of at least one of the RESMs.4. The modular energy management system of claim 2 , wherein the processor executes the algorithm that performs balancing of the energy storage units simultaneous to one or more of load power claim 2 , current claim 2 , and voltage regulation and control.5. The modular energy management system of claim 2 , wherein the algorithm minimizes losses in the modular energy storage system using the RESMs.6. ...

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Номер записи: 87

07-01-2021 дата публикации

SERVER DEVICES, MACHINES, BATTERY DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MANAGING USAGE OF ONE OR MORE BATTERY DEVICES

Номер: US20210006079A1

Автор: LJUNG Rickard, Weiderstrand Carl-Johan

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A server device is provided, the server device comprising a processing circuitry, a memory circuitry, an interface circuitry configured to connect to a communication network. The server device is configured to obtain machine data indicative of one or more features of a machine. The machine is configured to be powered by a battery device. The server device is configured to obtain usage data indicative of a usage of the machine. The server device is configured to obtain, for one or more battery devices, battery data indicative of one or more battery parameters of a battery device. The server device is configured to determine, for the one or more battery devices, a predicted impact on the one or more battery parameters based on the battery data, the usage data, and the machine data. 1. A server device comprising a processing circuitry , a memory circuitry , and an interface circuitry configured to connect to a communication network , wherein the server device is configured to perform operations comprising:obtaining machine data indicative of one or more features of a machine, wherein the machine is configured to be powered by a battery device;obtaining usage data indicative of a usage of the machine;obtaining, for one or more battery devices, battery data indicative of one or more battery parameters of a battery device; anddetermining, for the one or more battery devices, a predicted impact on the one or more battery parameters based on the battery data, the usage data, and the machine data,wherein the server device is configured to receive, via the interface circuitry, a request for a battery device from a service provider, andwherein the server device is configured to determine, for the one or more battery devices, the predicted impact on the one or more battery parameters based on the battery data, the usage data, the machine data, and the request that was received.2. The server device according to claim 1 , wherein the server device is configured to select at least ...

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Номер записи: 88

07-01-2021 дата публикации

ISOLATED MULTI-PORT RECHARGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20210006088A1

Автор: Rippel Eric E., Rippel Wally E.

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A multi-port recharge system. In some embodiments, the multi-port recharge system includes a transformer having one or more secondary windings, each of which connects to a non-isolated AC to DC converter. The primary of the transformer may connect to medium voltage utility power. 1. A multi-port, isolated battery recharge system which comprises a transformer having one or more secondary windings, each of which connects to a non isolated AC to DC converter, wherein the primary of the transformer connects to medium voltage utility power. The present application claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/802,168, filed Feb. 6, 2019, entitled “ISOLATED MULTI-PORT RECHARGE SYSTEM”, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.At present, maximum electric vehicle recharge rates are around 350 kW. Accordingly, for public recharge stations, where four or more ports are included, total demand can be in excess of 1 MW. As battery development continues, it is likely that power levels will go even higher. In order to support such power levels, medium voltage utility interface (three-phase voltage levels in excess of 1 kV) is desired in combination with a dedicated utility grade step-down transformer. With this design decision in place, it follows that the above utility transformer can be modified to provide individually isolated secondaries for each respective recharge port—with little added expense per unit power rating. No second transformer is required—thus reducing cost, size, and power loss.In , medium voltage utility power is applied via medium voltage utility feeder to utility disconnect and protection , which in turn transmits power to primary of utility transformer . Power received at secondary is then sent via protection and disconnect to three-phase rectifier . The DC output of rectifier is then applied to the input of buck regulator which reduces the voltage to the desired level for for application to recharge port . ...

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Номер записи: 89

07-01-2021 дата публикации

CHARGING DEVICE, TERMINAL, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING CHARGING

Номер: US20210006089A1

Автор: Wan Shiming

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A charging device, a terminal, and a method for controlling charging are provided. The charging device includes a wireless receiving circuit, a charging interface, a charging management module, and a control module. The wireless receiving circuit is configured to convert a wireless charging signal received into charging electrical energy. The charging interface is configured to receive charging electrical energy supplied by an external power supply device. The charging management module is configured to adjust a voltage and/or current in the charging electrical energy output from the wireless receiving circuit or the charging interface. The control module is configured to control a first charging channel where the wireless receiving circuit and the charging management module are disposed to be switched on, and/or control a second charging channel where the charging interface and the charging management module are disposed to be switched on. 1. A charging device comprising:a wireless receiving circuit configured to convert a wireless charging signal received into charging electrical energy;a charging interface configured to receive charging electrical energy supplied by an external power source device;a charging management module configured to adjust a voltage or current in the charging electrical energy output from the wireless receiving circuit or the charging interface; anda control module configured to control a first charging channel where the wireless receiving circuit and the charging management module are disposed to be switched on, and control a second charging channel where the charging interface and the charging management module are disposed to be switched on.2. The charging device of claim 1 , wherein the charging management module is a step-down charging integrated circuit or a step-up charging integrated circuit.3. The charging device of claim 1 , wherein:the voltage in the charging electrical energy output from the wireless receiving circuit is higher ...

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Номер записи: 90

07-01-2021 дата публикации

DC-DC CONVERTER WITH PRE-CHARGING OF A FIRST ELECTRICAL NETWORK FROM A SECOND ELECTRICAL NETWORK

Номер: US20210006171A1

Автор: Askeur Mimoun, Diallo Massourang

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The invention relates to an insulated DC-DC converter, in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising—a first circuit, connected to a first electrical grid, and including a primary branch comprising at least one induction coil,—a second circuit, connected to a second electrical grid, and comprising a secondary branch comprising at least one induction coil, each induction coil of the primary branch being coupled with an induction coil of the secondary branch in order to form a transformer. According to the invention, said converter comprises at least one additional branch comprising at least one additional induction coil, said at least one additional branch being connected to the electrical grid, and said at least one additional induction coil being coupled with an induction coil of the secondary branch so that, according to one operating mode, the insulated DC-DC converter transfers energy from the low-voltage vehicle electrical grid to the electrical grid, in particular for pre-charging purposes. 110-. (canceled)11. An isolated DC-DC converter , notably for an automobile vehicle , comprising:a first interface terminal configured to be connected to a first electrical network,a second interface terminal configured to be connected to a second electrical network,a first circuit, connected to the first interface terminal, and comprising at least one primary branch comprising at least one inductive coil,a second circuit, connected to the second interface terminal, and comprising a secondary branch comprising at least one inductive coil,each inductive coil of said at least one primary branch being coupled to an inductive coil of the secondary branch to form at least one transformer,such that, according to a first operating mode, the isolated DC-DC converter is configured to transfer energy from the first electrical network to the second electrical network, through the first and second circuits, via the magnetic circuit(s) formed by the coupled inductive coils of the ...

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Номер записи: 91

03-01-2019 дата публикации

Hybrid energy storage modules for directed energy systems

Номер: US20190006867A1

Автор: Matthew L. Wilhide, William S. Heglund

Принадлежит: Hamilton Sundstrand Corp

An electrical power system for an aircraft may comprise a hybrid energy storage system, a first high voltage bus coupled to an input of said hybrid energy storage system, a second high voltage bus coupled to an output of said hybrid energy storage system, and a directed energy system coupled to the second high voltage bus. The hybrid energy storage system receives DC power via the input from said first high voltage bus, converts the DC power to a converted DC power, and dynamically stores the converted DC power and/or provides said converted DC power via said output to said directed energy system via the second high voltage bus.

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Номер записи: 92

02-01-2020 дата публикации

Regulated power sources

Номер: US20200006971A1

Автор: Gerald Nilles, Patrick Timothy McSweeney SIMONS, Raul Alejandro Perez, Russell Douglas Patton

Принадлежит: Snap Inc

Disclosed herein are regulated power supplies. The power source delivers power to a system load and includes battery units. The power source also includes power flow devices coupled to the battery units that are configured to provide power from the battery units to the system load. Each power flow device corresponds to a respective one of the battery units, and includes a one direction current flow device connected in series with a current regulator between the respective battery unit and the system load.

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Номер записи: 93

20-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGEMENT, FORECATING AND DISAGGREGATION OF POWER CONSUMPTION DATA

Номер: US20220020038A1

Автор: EDELSTEIN Sergei, FINKEL Evgeny, SADOT Emek

Принадлежит: Foresight Energy Ltd.

System and method of disaggregating power consumption data, the method including receiving power consumption data from at least one power consumption meter, wherein the received power consumption data corresponds to at least one consumer, determining power consumption patterns from the received power consumption data, performing disaggregation of the received power consumption data and identifying at least one base load value for at least one consumer based on the power consumption patterns, grouping consumers into energetically similar groups based on the disaggregation, and providing energy saving recommendations to at least one consumer based on the disaggregation and grouping data. 1. A method of disaggregating power consumption data , the method comprising:receiving power consumption data from at least one power consumption meter, wherein the received power consumption data corresponds to at least one consumer;determining power consumption patterns from the received power consumption data;performing disaggregation of the received power consumption data and identifying at least one base load value for at least one consumer based on the power consumption patterns;grouping consumers into energetically similar groups based on the disaggregation; andproviding energy saving recommendations to at least one consumer based on the disaggregation and grouping data.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:storing historical power consumption data; andaveraging the grouping data.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising comparing the energy saving recommendations with a control group.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving feedback from at least one user; andcomparing the received feedback with the recommendation results.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising grouping consumers into energetically similar groups based on the power consumption patterns claim 1 , wherein determining energy saving recommendations to at least one consumer is also ...

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Номер записи: 94

20-01-2022 дата публикации

PHASOR IDENTIFICATION VIA SYNCHRONOUS MESSAGING

Номер: US20220021208A1

Автор: Fleck Christopher, Haynes David, Ross Rebecca, Smith Roger

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A node in a power distribution system is described. The node includes an electrical connection to a single-phase power signal from an AC mains power source, a wireless communication interface configured to receive a first phase synchronization message, and a controller. The controller is configured to determine whether the first phase synchronization message is acceptable and detect a zero-crossing event on the single phase power signal subsequent to the receipt of the first phase synchronization message in response to determining that the first phase synchronization message is acceptable. The controller is further configured to calculate a time difference between the receipt of the first phase synchronization signal and the detected zero-crossing event, determine a local phase angle based on the time difference, and establish an identity of the single phase power signal based on the local phase angle. 1. A node in a power distribution system comprising:an electrical connection to a single phase power signal from an AC mains power source;a wireless communication interface configured to receive a first phase synchronization message; and determine whether the first phase synchronization message is acceptable;', 'in response to determining the first phase synchronization message is acceptable, detecting a zero-crossing event on the single phase power signal subsequent to the receipt of the first phase synchronization message;', 'calculate a time difference between the receipt of the first phase synchronization message and the detected zero-crossing event;', 'determine a local phase angle based on the time difference; and', 'establish an identity of the single phase power signal based on the local phase angle., 'a controller, the controller configured to2. The node of claim 1 , wherein the node is embedded in an electrical utility meter.3. The node of claim 1 , wherein the first phase synchronization message includes a tier value of the node claim 1 , the determined ...

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Номер записи: 95

20-01-2022 дата публикации

SINGLE PHASE FAULT ISOLATION AND RESTORATION WITH LOOP AVOIDANCE

Номер: US20220021237A1

Автор: DiFonzo Nicholas Carmine, Keller Erich

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Techniques for controlling a power distribution network are provided. An electronic processor receives, a fault indication associated with a fault from a first isolation device of a plurality of isolation devices. The processor identifies a first subset of a plurality of phases associated with the fault indication and a second subset of the plurality of phases not associated with the fault indication. The processor identifies a downstream isolation device downstream of the fault. The processor sends send a first open command to the downstream isolation device for each phase in the first subset. The processor sends a close command to a tie-in isolation device for each of the plurality of phases. The processor sends a second open command to the downstream isolation device for each phase in the second subset. Responsive to identifying a potential loop configuration, the processor sends the second open command prior to the close command. 1. A system for controlling a power distribution network providing power using a plurality of phases , the system comprising: receive a first fault indication associated with a fault in the power distribution network from a first isolation device of a plurality of isolation devices;', 'identify a first subset of the plurality of phases associated with the first fault indication and a second subset of the plurality of phases not associated with the first fault indication, wherein the first subset and the second subset each include at least one member;', 'identify a downstream isolation device downstream of the fault;', 'send a first open command to the downstream isolation device for each phase in the first subset;', 'send a close command to a tie-in isolation device for each of the plurality of phases; and', 'send a second open command to the downstream isolation device for each phase in the second subset,', 'wherein the electronic processor is further configured to send the second open command prior to sending the close command ...

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Номер записи: 96

20-01-2022 дата публикации

Single phase fault isolation and restoration with loop avoidance for multiple tie-in devices

Номер: US20220021238A1

Автор: DiFonzo Nicholas Carmine, Keller Erich

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A method for controlling a power distribution network includes receiving, via an electronic processor, a fault indication associated with a fault from a first isolation device of a plurality of isolation devices. The processor identifies a first subset of a plurality of phases associated with the fault indication and a second subset not associated with the fault indication. The processor sends a first open command to each member of a set of downstream isolation devices for each phase in the first subset. The processor identifies a plurality of tie-in isolation devices to be closed to restore power. Responsive to identifying a first potential loop configuration, for each of the plurality of tie-in devices, the processor sends a close command to the tie-in isolation device for each of the plurality of phases and sends a second open command to the associated downstream isolation device for each phase in the second subset. 1. A system for controlling a power distribution network providing power using a plurality of phases , the system comprising: receive a first fault indication associated with a fault in the power distribution network from a first isolation device of a plurality of isolation devices;', 'identify a first subset of the plurality of phases associated with the first fault indication and a second subset of the plurality of phases not associated with the first fault indication, wherein the first subset and the second subset each include at least one member;', 'identify a set of downstream isolation devices downstream of the fault;', 'send a first open command to each member of the set of downstream isolation devices for each phase in the first subset;', 'identify a plurality of tie-in isolation devices to be closed to restore power, each of the tie-in isolation devices being associated with one of the set of downstream isolation devices; and', send a close command to the tie-in isolation device for each of the plurality of phases; and', 'send a second open ...

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Номер записи: 97

20-01-2022 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for actively discharging a dc link capacitor

Номер: US20220021291A1

Автор: Marko Kertes, Markus Novotny

Принадлежит: VOLKSWAGEN AG

An apparatus for actively discharging at least one DC link capacitor, comprising at least one half-bridge circuit having a high-side transistor and a low-side transistor, wherein the half-bridge circuit is arranged in parallel with the DC link capacitor, wherein a voltage divider comprising at least two resistors is arranged in parallel with the DC link capacitor, wherein a tap of the voltage divider is connected to at least one differentiator, wherein at least one driver module for generating gate driver signals is assigned to the half-bridge circuit, and at least one control unit, wherein the control unit is designed in such a way that, in an active discharge mode, at least one transistor of the half-bridge circuit is controlled as a function of an output signal of the differentiator, as well as to an associated method.

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Номер записи: 98

20-01-2022 дата публикации

On-board chargers (obc)

Номер: US20220021293A1

Автор: Anton Esmoris Bertoa, Donato Jordan Herrero

Принадлежит: MAHLE International GmbH

An on-board charger (OBC) may include a power factor corrector PFC comprising a three phase active front end (AFE) connected to an AC electrical grid, and a DC/DC converter receiving a regulated DC voltage from the PFC and configured to charge a high voltage battery. The OBC may be configured to extract a power value which is equal to a reference maximum power extracted from a three phase electrical grid PMAX3∅, from any type of AC electrical grid to which the OBC is connected, and may include three switches SW1, SW2 and SW3 and a diodes arm having diodes D1 and D2 connected in series between a high and low side of the AFE, whereby two switches SW1 and SW2 are arranged between the AFE and the AC electrical grid and are able to interrupt current flowing between phase arms of the three phase AFE, wherein the third switch SW3 is arranged on a line connecting the diodes arm and the AC electrical grid.

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Номер записи: 99

14-01-2021 дата публикации

Alternating-Current Charging Device for a Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20210008984A1

Автор: Götzenberger Martin, Mühlbauer Klaus, Pfeilschifter Franz

Принадлежит: Vitesco Technologies GmbH

AC charging device for a motor vehicle may include: a neutral conductor; a phase conductor; a rectifier; a smoothing capacitor electrically connected to the rectifier; a mains connection; a precharge circuit arranged between the mains connection and the smoothing capacitor, the precharge circuit precharging the smoothing capacitor; and a second phase conductor electrically connected to the phase conductor by a cross-connection line. The neutral conductor and the phase conductor are connected to the rectifier. The precharge circuit is disposed in the neutral conductor. 1. An AC charging device for a motor vehicle , the device comprising:a neutral conductor;a phase conductor; anda rectifier;wherein the neutral conductor and the phase conductor are connected to the rectifier; anda smoothing capacitor electrically connected to the rectifier;a mains connection;a precharge circuit arranged between the mains connection and the smoothing capacitor, the precharge circuit precharging the smoothing capacitor;a second phase conductor electrically connected to the phase conductor by a cross-connection line;wherein the precharge circuit is disposed in the neutral conductor.2. The AC charging device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the precharge circuit includes a transistor connected in series with a precharge resistor.3. The AC charging device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the precharge circuit includes a series-connected diode.4. The AC charging device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cross-connection line includes a cross-connection switch for disconnecting the phase conductor from the second phase conductor.5. The AC charging device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a second precharge circuit identical to the precharge circuit claim 1 , the second precharge circuit disposed in the cross-connection line or in a phase conductor.6. The AC charging device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a mains disconnection contactor between the mains connection and the ...

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Номер записи: 100