СПОСОБ БЫСТРОЙ ЗАРЯДКИ ЛИТИЕВОЙ АККУМУЛЯТОРНОЙ БАТАРЕИ ДЛЯ СИСТЕМЫ БЕСЩЕТОЧНОГО ЭЛЕКТРОПРИВОДА ПОСТОЯННОГО ТОКА

Connection compatibility method and device

Rechargeable battery jump starting device with control switch backlight system

A rechargeable battery jump starting device with a control switch backlight system. The control switch backlight system is configured to assist a user viewing the selectable positions of the control switch for selecting a particular 12V or 24V operating mode of the portable rechargeable battery jump starting device in day light, sunshine, low light, and darkness.

Structural assembly of electric exchanger device

Rechargeable battery jump starting device with a dual battery diode bridge

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE SHOP OF RE+RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

Structural assembly of electric exchanger device

CHARGING APPARATUS, CHARGING METHOD, CHARGING SYSTEM, AND RECORDING MEDIUM ONTO WHICH IS RECORDED A CHARGING METHOD

In a secondary cell charging apparatus and secondary cell charging method, an internal power supply circuit of a PC is used as a power supply for performing a charging operation on a secondary cell.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING ENERGY FLOW BETWEEN DISSIMILAR ENERGY STORAGE DEVICES

The present invention provides an energy storage system that utilizes batteries of multiple compositions and provides improved load sharing between the different types of batteries is disclosed. The energy storage system includes at least two batteries, where each battery has a different chemical composition, for storing energy. One battery is configured for rapid charging/discharging and the other batter is configured for slower charging/discharging. Each battery is connected to a common connection via an energy regulator. The regulators are initially configured such that, the energy regulator connected; between the common connection and the battery configured for rapid charging/discharging responds initially to changes in power demand at the common connection. If power demand continues, the first regulator decreases the amount, of energy transferred between the first battery and the common connection while the second regulator begins transferring energy between the second battery and ...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ENHANCER

An electrical system enhancer for an electrical system; the electrical system including a chemical storage battery; said, enhancer comprising an array of ultra capacitors arid an intelligent trickle charge circuit; said array of ultra capacitors controllably, switchably, electrically connectable to the chemical, storage battery under the control of the trickle charge circuit. Also disclosed is a method of enhancing performance of a vehicle electrical system by interconnecting a storage battery of said vehicle with an array of ultra capacitors; said array of ultra capacitors controllably, switchably electrically connected to the vehicle electric chemical storage battery by means of an intelligent trickle charge circuit. In a particular preferred form the trickle charge circuit includes a microprocessor programmed to connect and disconnect the chemical storage battery to and from the array of ultra capacitors under pre-defined conditions whilst retaining electrical connection between the ...

UNIVERSAL BATTERY PACK AND POWERING SYSTEM

There is disclosed a universal power pack, power supply and battery harvesting device. Generally, each comprises a receptacle for receiving at least one battery or battery pack having a different shape and/or nominal output voltage. A controller circuit is provided for regulating the output voltages and/or currents of the battery or batteries with the regulated voltage and current available at an output. The devices allow other devices to be powered or recharged, or batteries to be recharged. In a particular embodiment, a master cell and slave cell are provided wherein the slave cell continues to power attached devices when connection with the master cell is not available.

BATTERY CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING THE EFFECTS OF LIQUID SUBMERSION

A battery (30) includes a circuit (164, 234, 260) the selectively ties the cells (32) to the contacts (78, 80). If signals present at the contacts indicate the battery may be short circuited, the voltage is only periodically presented across the contacts. Until the battery receives a defined recognition code, only a current limited voltage is presented across the contacts.

CHARGING STATION AND SYSTEM

The invention relates to a charging station for charging at least one mobile terminal removably coupled to at least one charging location of the charging station. The charging station comprises a charging interface for providing cur- rent to a battery of the at least one mobile terminal, locking mechanism configured to removably locking the at least one mobile terminal with the charging station, I/O means configured to receive input comprising release information for releasing the at least mobile terminal and processing unit configured to verify if the inputted release information corresponds to legitimate release in- formation available for the charging station, and if the verification indicates that the inputted release information corresponds to the legitimate release information, to deliver a release signal to the locking mechanism for releasing the locking of the at least one mobile terminal with the charging station. Further, the invention relates to a charging system for providing ...

MULTICHANNEL BATTERY CHARGER

A battery charger includes a microcontroller for simultaneously and independently charging the batteries of a number of battery powered devices. The battery charger includes a constant current source associated with each channel that is connectable to a device's battery. Each constant current source is switchable between a trickle charge state and a high charge state under the control of the microcontroller to charge the battery connected thereto quickly and safely. The microcontroller further performs diagnostics continuously throughout the charging of a battery to determine whether malfunctions have occurred in the microprocessor of the microcontroller, in the software of the microcontroller or in any of the current sources.

RECHARGEABLE/PORTABLE MULTI-VOLTAGE DC POWER SUPPLY

RECHARGEABLE/PORTABLE MULTI-VOLTAGE DC POWER SUPPLY A rechargeable/portable multi-voltage DC power supply includes an Ni-Cd rechargeable battery set connected to a switching power supply converting circuit, a pulse width modulation circuit, and a filter circuit for providing a regulated output voltage from the filter circuit. A button switch cooperates with a selection circuit and a feedback ratio circuit for selecting a specific output voltage from a plurality of available output voltages. A plurality of light emitting diodes are connected to the selection circuit for indicating the value of the output voltage.

System in order to recharge a storage cell of energy of a vehicle electrical worker.

È descritto un sistema (1) per ricaricare un accumulatore (2) di energia elettrica di un veicolo elettrico, comprendente: una prima unità convertitore (3) avente una prima tensione e almeno una seconda unità convertitore (4) avente una seconda tensione, un primo circuito elettrico connettendo la prima unità convertitore (3) e l’accumulatore (2), per ricaricare l’accumulatore (2) con la prima unità convertitore (3), un secondo circuito elettrico connettendo la seconda unità convertitore (3) e l’accumulatore (2), per ricaricare l’accumulatore (2) con la seconda unità convertitore (4), mezzi per controllare selettivamente la ricarica dell’accumulatore (2) con una tra la prima e seconda unità convertitore (3, 4) su detto primo e secondo circuito elettrico, oppure sia con la prima sia con la seconda unità convertitore (3; 4) in parallelo, un commutatore (5) atto a connettere in serie la prima unità convertitore (3) e la seconda unità convertitore (4) e formare un terzo circuito elettrico che ...

System in order to recharge a storage cell of energy of a vehicle electrical worker.

Sistema (1) per ricaricare un accumulatore (2) di energia elettrica di un veicolo elettrico EV, comprendente: un primo convertitore (3) avente una prima tensione V3 e un secondo convertitore (4) avente una seconda tensione V4, un primo circuito elettrico che connette il primo convertitore (3) e l’accumulatore (2), per ricaricare l’accumulatore (2) con il primo convertitore (3), un secondo circuito elettrico che connette il secondo convertitore (4) e l’accumulatore (2), per ricaricare l’accumulatore (2) con il secondo convertitore (4), mezzi per controllare selettivamente la ricarica dell’accumulatore (2) con uno tra il primo ed il secondo convertitore (3, 4) sul primo e secondo circuito elettrico, oppure con il primo e il secondo convertitore (3, 4) in parallelo, un commutatore (5) atto a connettere in serie il primo e il secondo convertitore (3, 4) e formare un terzo circuito elettrico che connette in serie il primo ed il secondo convertitore con l’accumulatore (2), per ricaricare l’accumulatore ...

Battery charger for portable apparatus

Battery maintenance system

Rapid charging method, apparatus and system thereof

ELECTRONIC DEVICE PORTABLE WITH CHECKING CIRCUIT OF the DISCHARGE Of UNEBATTERIE, AND PROCEEDED ASSOCIATES

Improvements with the rectifiers of current

Contactor for telegraphy or wireless telephony and uses similar

INTERFACE APPARATUS BETWEEN AN AUXILIARY POWER SYSTEM AND A POWER GENERATION MODULE IN A RAILWAY VEHICLE

Un dispositif d'interface (2) entre un système d'alimentation auxiliaire (1) et un module de génération d'énergie (3) dans un véhicule ferroviaire, le module de génération d'énergie (3) étant conçu pour fonctionner en combinaison avec un type de système d'alimentation auxiliaire (1), comporte des moyens de connexion au module de génération d'énergie (3) et à un autre type de système d'alimentation auxiliaire (1), et des moyens d'interface conçus pour le fonctionnement de l'autre type de système d'alimentation auxiliaire (1) en combinaison avec le module de génération d'énergie (3).

Electric power supply providing device i.e. backup battery charger, for mobile telephone in e.g. airport, has connectors connecting conversion units to output and extended by cables ended by other connectors with one of telephones

La présente invention a pour objet un dispositif (10) d'alimentation d'une pluralité de téléphones mobiles (21). Ce dispositif a une forme de bâti (16) vertical alimenté en énergie électrique par une source extérieure. Ce dispositif comporte des moyens d'adaptation (12) destinés à transformer le courant alternatif de la source en un courant continu adapté à ceux des téléphones mobiles. Le dispositif comporte des moyens de connexion (17) respectifs des moyens d'adaptation à la pluralité de téléphones mobiles. Chacun des moyens de connexion étant spécifique à un téléphone mobile particulier. Les moyens de connexion sont prolongés par des câbles (19) qui s'étendent librement à l'extérieur du bâti. Ces câbles permettent aux téléphones mobiles de recevoir ou d'établir une communication, simultanément avec leur chargement. Le dispositif peut comporter des moyens de rappel (23, 25, 26) des câbles à l'intérieur du bâti.

이종 에너지 저장 디바이스들 사이의 에너지 흐름을 제어하기 위한 방법 및 장치

... 본 발명은 다수의 조성의 배터리들을 사용하고 상이한 유형의 배터리들 사이의 개선된 부하 분담을 제공하는 에너지 저장 시스템을 제공한다. 에너지 저장 시스템은 적어도 두 개의 배터리를 포함하며, 각각의 배터리는 에너지 저장을 위해 상이한 화학적 조성을 갖는다. 하나의 배터리는 빠른 충전/방전을 위해 구성되고, 다른 배터리는 느린 충전/방전을 위해 구성된다. 각각의 배터리는 에너지 레귤레이터를 통해 공통 연결점에 연결된다. 공통 연결점과 빠른 충전/방전을 위해 구성된 배터리 사이에 연결된 에너지 레귤레이터가 공통 연결점에서의 전력 요구의 변화에 초기에 응답하도록 레귤레이터들은 초기 구성된다. 전력 요구가 계속되면, 제 1 레귤레이터는 제 1 배터리와 공통 접속점 사이에서 전달되는 에너지의 양을 감소시키고, 제 2 레귤레이터는 제 2 배터리와 공통 접속점 사이에서 에너지를 전달하기 시작한다.

BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING CABLE, AND CHARGING DEVICE USING BATTERY PACK AND BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING CABLE

The present invention relates to a bidirectional charging cable, and a charging device using a battery pack and the bidirectional charging cable. The charging device comprises: the battery pack; and a charging cable. The battery pack includes: a plurality of inserting units which are electrically connected in response to a charging terminal of different mobile phones. The charging cable includes: a connecting unit with a wiring to transfer charging current of the battery pack; and first and second terminal units which are formed in each end of one side and the other side of the connecting unit. The first terminal unit is connected to one of inserting units in response to a charging terminal of a first type mobile phone. The second terminal unit is directly connected to a charging terminal of a second type mobile phone. A connecting terminal, which responds to charging terminals of different types of smartphone charging terminals, is formed in both sides of the cable. Each of the inserting ...

POWER SUPPLY METHOD, POWER SUPPLY DEVICE, AND BASE STATION

Embodiments of the present invention relate to the field of communications, and provide a power supply method, a power supply device, and a base station, so that the service life of a lead-acid battery is prolonged and the required capacity of the lead-acid battery is reduced while meeting use requirements of a backup power supply, thereby reducing the investment cost. The method comprises: receiving a current provided by a generating set, distributing the current provided by the generating set to a load and a lithium ion battery, respectively, so as to ensure normal operation of the load and charge the lithium ion battery, and after the lithium ion battery is fully charged, distributing the current provided by the generating set to a lead-acid battery so as to charge the lead-acid battery; and upon detecting that the current provided by the generating set is interrupted, first transmitting a current discharged from the lithium ion battery to the load, and then transmitting a current discharged ...

SOLAR-POWERED BATTERY CHARGING

A solar panel (4) of a battery charger supplies charging current alternately to tow battery-charging stations (11, 14) within the charger-casing (1), during a recurrent operating cycle in which one battery is charged while the open-circuit voltage of the other is monitored during successive periods of the cycle controlled by a microprocessor (25) of a circuit-panel. Charging current is supplied to the batteries via respective transistors (27, 28), only one of which is ON at any time and is pulsed OFF and ON for regulating the averge rate of charging if the output of the solar panel (4) exceeds an optimum magnitude, or for trickle charging the relevant battery if its monitored open-circuit voltage indicates it to be fully charged. Flashing LED indicators (20, 21) show charge conditions and charge-rate of the respective batteries, and guides optimisation of orientation of the casing for fastest charge. Charging stations (11) for two AA batteries are transverse to the stations (14) for two ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD

An electronic device and control method in which the operating condition can be changed depending on the type of battery. A CPU (41) reads, from a memory, a zooming speed preset value, a luminance preset value, or a strobe charging time preset value corresponding to the type of the battery supplied from a battery type judging mechanism (12), the measured voltage of the battery supplied from a battery voltage measuring section (81), the measured ambient temperature of the battery supplied from a temperature sensing section (91). The CPU (41), according to the preset values, controls the zooming speed of a zooming mechanism (45), the luminance of the display screen (62), or the strobe charging time of a strobe mechanism (72). The invention can be applied to an imaging device driven by a battery.

Method and apparatus for protecting wireless power receiver from excessive charging temperature

An apparatus and a method for are provided for a wireless power receiver. The method includes receiving power from a wireless power transmitter; measuring a temperature of a point in the wireless power receiver during reception of the wireless power; regulating the received power; identifying the temperature at a first time point; maintaining an amount of the regulated power to be provided to a battery with a first level if the identified temperature is lower than a preset temperature; decreasing the amount of the regulated power if the identified temperature is greater than or equal to the preset temperature; in response to decreasing the amount of the regulated power, identifying the temperature at a second time point after the first time point; and increasing the amount of the regulated power to the first level if the identified temperature at the second time point is lower than the preset temperature.

Backpack for motorcyclists

A backpack for motorcyclists provides a rigid outer shell with an electrical system wherein an onboard battery powers rear signal lights, each comprising a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs), which are linked with the motorcycle's electrical system to function as brake lights and turn signals. The electrical system also charges a cellular telephone or other portable device via a Universal Service Bus (USB) port, and may be recharged by one or more solar panels mounted to the exterior of the backpack. A cellular telephone, music player, or similar device may also be connected via the USB port to play digital music files via speakers provided by the backpack, and a headphone socket is also provided. An onboard mapping device or homing beacon, enabled by the Global Positioning System (GPS), may be optionally provided.

PORTABLE POWER CHARGER WITH POWER INPUT AND POWER OUTPUT CONNECTION INTERFACES

A portable charger is provided for charging electronic devices from a rechargeable internal battery. To accommodate multiple electronic devices, a portable charger unit is combined with multiple power output connection interfaces for connecting to more than one electronic device, as necessary, including connector cables attached to the charger housing or power connection ports. The charger also includes at least one power input connection interface for recharging the internal battery from an external power source, including an AC wall plug interface and a DC car charger interface, each connected to the charger housing and movable between a retracted, storage position and an extended use position. The power output connector cables can also be stored within storage cavities formed in the charger housing when not in use and extended therefrom for connection with electronic devices in need of recharging. The power connection ports can act as power inputs, power outputs, or both.

WARM-UP APPARATUS FOR FUEL CELL FOR VEHICLE

Provided is a warm-up apparatus for a fuel cell for an electrically driven vehicle in which a fuel cell and a secondary battery are mounted as power sources of a motor for travelling, and which, when charging of the secondary battery is required, stops operation of the fuel cell and charges the secondary battery with electric power from an external power source by means of a battery charger. The warm-up apparatus includes: a secondary battery cooling circuit that cools the secondary battery; a fuel cell cooling circuit that cools the fuel cell; a connection passage that connects the secondary battery cooling circuit and the fuel cell cooling circuit through a switching valve; and a warm-up control unit that, during charging of the secondary battery, controls the switching valve so that the secondary battery cooling circuit and the fuel cell cooling circuit communicate through the connection passage.

Battery Charger with Battery State Detection

A battery charger and method is disclosed for detecting when a battery has a low state of health while simultaneously charging or maintaining the battery. A battery charger includes a processor; a non-transitory memory device; a power management device to receive an input power and to output a charging current; a pair of electrical conductors to electrically couple with a battery, and a display electrically coupled to the processor. The display being configured to indicate a bad battery indicator when the battery has a low state of health and whether the battery is good to start.

Ваttеrу сhаrgеr fоr pоrtаblе еquipmеnt

Тhе prеsеnt invеntiоn rеlаtеs tо а bаttеrу сhаrgеr fоr сhаrging multiplе tуpеs оf pоrtаblе еquipmеnts, соmprising а сhаrging pin hоusing inсluding а plurаlitу оf сhаrging spring pins hаving а prеdеtеrminеd distаnсе thеrеbеtwееn; а mоving mоtоr fоr dеtесting аn insеrtiоn оf а bаttеrу аnd sliding thе сhаrging pin hоusing inwаrd аnd оutwаrd; аnd а сhаrgе соntrоllеr fоr suspеnding аn оpеrаtiоn оf thе mоving mоtоr whеn а соntасt оf а сhаrging tеrminаl оf thе insеrtеd bаttеrу tо twо оr mоrе сhаrging spring pins оf thе plurаlitу оf thе сhаrging spring pins аrе dеtесtеd during thе sliding оf thе сhаrging pin hоusing, аnd fоr quiсk-сhаrging thе bаttеrу thrоugh thе twо оr mоrе сhаrging spring pins соnnесtеd tо а сhаrging сirсuit. In ассоrdаnсе with thе prеsеnt invеntiоn, а disсhаrgеd bаttеrу оf а pоrtаblе еquipmеnt mау bе сhаrgеd еаsilу rеgаrdlеss оf а diffеrеnсе bеtwееn sizеs, pоlаritiеs аnd pоsitiоns оf tеrminаls оf thе bаttеrу оf diffеrеnt pоrtаblе еquipmеnts inсluding mоbilе phоnеs.

Ваttеrу сhаrgеr fоr pоrtаblе еquipmеnt

Тhе prеsеnt invеntiоn rеlаtеs tо а bаttеrу сhаrgеr fоr сhаrging multiplе tуpеs оf pоrtаblе еquipmеnts, соmprising а сhаrging pin hоusing inсluding а plurаlitу оf сhаrging spring pins hаving а prеdеtеrminеd distаnсе thеrеbеtwееn; а mоving mоtоr fоr dеtесting аn insеrtiоn оf а bаttеrу аnd sliding thе сhаrging pin hоusing inwаrd аnd оutwаrd; аnd а сhаrgе соntrоllеr fоr suspеnding аn оpеrаtiоn оf thе mоving mоtоr whеn а соntасt оf а сhаrging tеrminаl оf thе insеrtеd bаttеrу tо twо оr mоrе сhаrging spring pins оf thе plurаlitу оf thе сhаrging spring pins аrе dеtесtеd during thе sliding оf thе сhаrging pin hоusing, аnd fоr quiсk-сhаrging thе bаttеrу thrоugh thе twо оr mоrе сhаrging spring pins соnnесtеd tо а сhаrging сirсuit. In ассоrdаnсе with thе prеsеnt invеntiоn, а disсhаrgеd bаttеrу оf а pоrtаblе еquipmеnt mау bе сhаrgеd еаsilу rеgаrdlеss оf а diffеrеnсе bеtwееn sizеs, pоlаritiеs аnd pоsitiоns оf tеrminаls оf thе bаttеrу оf diffеrеnt pоrtаblе еquipmеnts inсluding mоbilе phоnеs.

Ваttеrу сhаrgеr fоr pоrtаblе еquipmеnt

Тhе prеsеnt invеntiоn rеlаtеs tо а bаttеrу сhаrgеr fоr сhаrging multiplе tуpеs оf pоrtаblе еquipmеnts, соmprising а сhаrging pin hоusing inсluding а plurаlitу оf сhаrging spring pins hаving а prеdеtеrminеd distаnсе thеrеbеtwееn; а mоving mоtоr fоr dеtесting аn insеrtiоn оf а bаttеrу аnd sliding thе сhаrging pin hоusing inwаrd аnd оutwаrd; аnd а сhаrgе соntrоllеr fоr suspеnding аn оpеrаtiоn оf thе mоving mоtоr whеn а соntасt оf а сhаrging tеrminаl оf thе insеrtеd bаttеrу tо twо оr mоrе сhаrging spring pins оf thе plurаlitу оf thе сhаrging spring pins аrе dеtесtеd during thе sliding оf thе сhаrging pin hоusing, аnd fоr quiсk-сhаrging thе bаttеrу thrоugh thе twо оr mоrе сhаrging spring pins соnnесtеd tо а сhаrging сirсuit. In ассоrdаnсе with thе prеsеnt invеntiоn, а disсhаrgеd bаttеrу оf а pоrtаblе еquipmеnt mау bе сhаrgеd еаsilу rеgаrdlеss оf а diffеrеnсе bеtwееn sizеs, pоlаritiеs аnd pоsitiоns оf tеrminаls оf thе bаttеrу оf diffеrеnt pоrtаblе еquipmеnts inсluding mоbilе phоnеs.

СПОСОБ И СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ СОЗДАНИЯ РЕЗЕРВНОЙ ЁМКОСТИ БАТАРЕЙ

Использование: в области электротехники. Технический результат – повышение эффективности распределения и управления ресурсами резервной системы хранения энергии. Согласно способу батарейного хранения энергии: получают первую группу запасных резервных батарей первого типа; подключают указанную первую группу запасных резервных батарей ко второй группе главных резервных батарей второго типа для увеличения общего количества доступной энергии, которая хранится в батареях; и подключают указанную первую группу батарей и указанную вторую группу батарей к одному или нескольким инверторам, подключенным к электрической сети, с тем, чтобы мощность постоянного тока от первой группы батарей и второй группы батарей преобразовалась в мощность переменного тока, доступную для электрической сети. При этом определяют требуемую величину доступной ёмкости по энергии, на основе исторических профилей фактического использования определяют первую величину ёмкости по энергии, которой должна соответствовать вторая ...

СПОСОБ И СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ СОЗДАНИЯ РЕЗЕРВНОЙ ЁМКОСТИ БАТАРЕЙ

Andockvorrichtung zur Verwendung mit einem tragbaren Computer

Andockvorrichtung zur Verwendung mit einem tragbaren Computer (2), der aus einem Satz von tragbaren Computern mit unterschiedlichen physischen Konfigurationen ausgewählt ist, wobei jeder tragbare Computer ein entfernbares und wiederaufladbares Batteriepack (24) unterschiedlicher Konfiguration aufweist und zum Koppeln der jeweiligen tragbaren Computer mit einer Computerschnittstelle (16), die eine physische Standardkonfiguration aufweist, wobei die Andockvorrichtung folgende Merkmale aufweist: ein erstes einheitliches Modul (8) mit Standardkomponenten, das die Computerschnittstelle (16) umfaßt, wobei das erste Modul (8) eine Leistungsausgangsschnittstelle (22) zum Koppeln mit den jeweiligen Batteriepacks (24) und zum Liefern von Strom, um die Batteriepacks zu laden, aufweist; und ein jeweiliges, aus einem Satz ausgewähltes zweites Modul (10), das mit dem ersten Modul (8) zum Koppeln mit demselben und mit dem jeweiligen verwendeten, aus einem Satz ausgewählten tragbaren Computer (2) kompatibel ...

DC voltage converter with current sensor and voltage booster

A DC-DC converter allows an input voltage (particularly from a battery charger) to be boosted to a higher voltage, particularly to allow batteries under charge to absorb more current. The converter provides a regulated DC voltage at specific preset charging profiles depending on the type of battery. The voltage converter comprises three main sections, a current sensing section, a voltage boosting section and a micro processing section. The current sensing section comprises a shunt and a voltage amplifier. The voltage booster is a switch-mode boost converter comprising coils, capacitors, diodes, field-effect transistors (FETs) and a boost current sensor. The microprocessor is a chip with software installed. It stores information of battery charging profiles and the FET switching to produce the desired output voltage. The converter may be arranged within a self contained box or integrated as part of a battery charger.

Method and System for Battery Charging

Rechargeable battery jump starting device with leapfrog charging system

A rechargeable battery jump starting device with a leapfrog charging system. The leapfrog charging system, for example, can sequentially charge multiple batteries of the rechargeable battery jump starting device. For example, the rechargeable battery jump starting device is a portable rechargeable battery jump starting device configured for jump starting automobiles, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, commercial equipment, trucks, buses, commercial trucks, front loaders, dozers, back hoes, excavators, rollers, fork lift, specialized commercial equipment, logging equipment, airplanes, jets, and other battery started vehicles and equipment.

Rechargeable battery jump starting device and battery frame

A rechargeable battery jump starting device and a battery frame for use in an electronic device such as a portable rechargeable battery jump starting device. The rechargeable battery jump starting device maximizes the power conducted from the rechargeable battery to a battery being jump started.

Battery pack for a cordless power tool

Method and system for battery charging

A dc voltage converter with current sensor and voltage booster

Rechargeable battery jump starting device with battery detection system

LOADER AND LOAD DEVICE

Vorrichtung zur Ansteuerung elektrischer Energiespeicher

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Ansteuerung elektrochemischer Energiespeicher, umfassend Anschlüsse für zumindest einen ersten elektrochemischen Energiespeicher (1 ), Anschlüsse für zumindest einen zweiten elektrochemischen Energiespeicher (2), sowie zumindest einen Lastanschluss (3), wobei eine Kopplungseinheit (4) zur alternativen Verbindung des ersten Energiespeichers (1) oder des zweiten Energiespeichers (2) mit dem Lastanschluss (3) vorgesehen ist, sowie eine die Kopplungseinheit (4) ansteuernde Steuereinheit (5) vorgesehen ist, die zur Abfrage insbesondere elektrischer Parameter des ersten Energiespeichers (1) und des zweiten Energiespeichers (2) eingerichtet ist. Die Erfindung betrifft weiters ein System mit einer derartigen Vorrichtung und Verfahren zur Ansteuerung eines derartigen Systems.

Smart battery device

Rechargeable battery jump starting device and battery frame

A rechargeable battery jump starting device and a battery frame for use in an electronic device such as a portable rechargeable battery jump starting device. The rechargeable battery jump starting device maximizes the power conducted from the rechargeable battery to a battery being jump started.

Charging circuit and mobile terminal

A charging circuit and a mobile terminal, the charging circuit (30) being arranged between a charging interface (10) and a battery (20) of the mobile terminal, the charging circuit comprising: a first circuit (31), a capacitive coupling element (33) and a second circuit (32) which are sequentially connected in series between the charging interface and the battery, the capacitive coupling element breaking a direct current path of the charging circuit. A direct current path of the charging circuit is separated by the capacitive coupling element. In other words, a direct current path is not present on the charging circuit, so that when the first circuit fails, direct current outputted by the charging interface is not directly outputted to the second circuit and the battery, thereby improving the reliability of the charging circuit.

Topology and control strategy for hybrid storage systems

The application discloses a hybrid battery charging device that comprises input terminals for connecting a photovoltaic panel or other current sources, first battery connections for connecting a lead-acid battery and second battery for connecting a high-cycle chemical battery. Furthermore, the battery charging device comprises a two-way DC/DC converter with a first set of terminals that is connected with the second battery connections, and with a second set of terminals that is connected with the first battery connections. An input of the second set of terminals is derived from the input terminals. Furthermore, the battery charging device comprises a charge and discharge control system which is connected to the DC/DC converter via respective control lines and output terminals for connecting a load, wherein an input to the output terminals is derived from the first battery connections.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY JUMP STARTING DEVICE WITH CONTROL SWITCH BACKLIGHT SYSTEM

A rechargeable battery jump starting device with a control switch backlight system. The control switch backlight system is configured to assist a user viewing the selectable positions of the control switch for selecting a particular 12V or 24V operating mode of the portable rechargeable battery jump starting device in day light, sunshine, low light, and darkness.

UNIVERSAL FAST CHARGER FOR ANY ELECTROLYTIC ELEMENT, ALKALINE PILES AND REFILLABLE ACCUMULATORS

Charger of electrolytic elements

CHARGER AND DEVICE OF REFILL

L'invention se rapporte à un chargeur (10) portable comprenant - une connexion (12) à une source électrique, - une pluralité de points de branchement (14a, 14b...) d'appareils portables rechargeables à usage différent, et - un adaptateur (16), prélevant une alimentation à la source électrique et l'adaptant à l'alimentation de recharge des appareils portables rechargeables. L'invention se rapporte aussi à un dispositif de recharge comprenant le chargeur portable. L'invention permet de recharger différents appareils rechargeables de manière simultanée et adaptée à chaque appareil. Ainsi, l'utilisateur de plusieurs appareils portables rechargeables n'a plus besoin que d'un seul chargeur.

CHARGE AND DISCHARGE DEVICE FOR SECONDARY BATTERY

The present invention relates to a charge and discharge device for a secondary battery, which can adjust a current amount applied to a power distribution wire in accordance with the specification of the secondary battery, and improves production efficiency of a battery production line and minimizes the unit costs of production by automatically performing the adjustment of the current amount. The charge and discharge device for a secondary battery includes: a power supply unit; and a jig unit receiving power from the power supply unit to charge the secondary battery, wherein the flow of current for charging the secondary battery between the power supply unit and the jig unit is made through power distribution wires laid in parallel. The charge and discharge device for the secondary battery further includes a relay electrically connecting and switching the power distribution wires laid in parallel. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 (110) Current conversion module (120) Voltage conversion module (300) Controller ...

POWER ADAPTER CAPABLE OF COMMUNICATING DIGITALLY WITH ELECTRONIC DEVICES

A power adapter capable of communicating digitally with a device or a legacy adapter associated with a device is described. The power adapter includes an input port to receive power from a power source, a regulator to convert the received power from the power source, an output port configured to deliver power from the regulator to a device, and a microprocessor configured to communicate digitally with a communication module associated with the device to determine the power requirements of the device. The regulator converts the power front the power source in accordance with the power requirements of the device. A related method of adapting power to a device is also described.

BATTERY-CHARGING DEVICE AND METHOD OF CHARGING BATTERIES

A battery-charging device and a method of charging batteries. The device comprises a housing, at least one hopper configured to receive a plurality of batteries, and at least one indexing barrel adjacent to the hopper and having a charging slot configured to receive and support one battery. The indexing barrel is structured to move the battery supported by the charging slot to and from a charging station comprising a set of charging terminals configured to contact terminals of the battery for charging the battery. The device further comprises at least one dispensing chute and at least one rejection chute. The chutes are configured to receive batteries that have been charged or rejected by the device, wherein each of the chutes is structured to contain several batteries.

A CHARGER FOR THE VARIOUS BATTERYS OF THE CELLULAR PHONES AND THE CONTROL METHOD OF THE CHARGER

The present invention relates to a charging device for various types of mobile phones and a method of controlling the same. The charging device and method of the present invention can automatically charge all types o batteries. A plurality of contact terminals are provided on the housing of the charging device, a mobile phone is mounted on the charging device, the voltages of the contact terminals are automatically checked by a microcomputer, and a current is applied to contact terminals, which correspond to positive input terminals, through a charging circuit. Accordingly, the charging device can be used regardless of the types of mobile phones, so that cost reduction can be achieved.

PORTABLE POWER CHARGER WITH POWER INPUT AND POWER OUTPUT CONNECTION INTERFACES

A portable charger is provided for charging electronic devices from a rechargeable internal battery. To accommodate multiple electronic devices, a portable charger unit is combined with multiple power output connection interfaces for connecting to more than one electronic device, as necessary, including connector cables attached to the charger housing or power connection ports. The charger also includes at least one power input connection interface for recharging the internal battery from an external power source, including an AC wall plug interface and a DC car charger interface, each connected to the charger housing and movable between a retracted, storage position and an extended use position. The power output connector cables can also be stored within storage cavities formed in the charger housing when not in use and extended therefrom for connection with electronic devices in need of recharging. The power connection ports can act as power inputs, power outputs, or both.

PORTABLE DRONE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM

A portable drone battery charger that charges a variety of batteries of different capacities as well as voltage levels is provided. The drone battery charger operates from an internal battery and may charge a drone battery multiple times because the capacity of the drone battery charger internal battery is many times larger than the done battery.

Power tool having a non-linear trigger-speed profile

A power tool including a motor, an input unit such as a variable-speed trigger switch, and a controller is provided. The controller controls the speed of the motor as a function of the input level indicated by the electrical signal from the input unit. The function is a first expression within a first predetermined range of the input level and a second expression within a second predetermined range of the input level, where the second expression corresponds to a polynomial of a second degree or higher and is different from the first expression.

УСТРОЙСТВО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ПОДАЧЕЙ ЭНЕРГИИ

Изобретение относится к транспортным средствам. Устройство управления подачей энергии, установленное на транспортном средстве, содержит: генератор, приводимый в действие двигателем; первый и второй аккумуляторы, соединенные параллельно с генератором; SOC-датчик состояния заряда первого аккумулятора и контроллер заряда. Контроллер управляет зарядкой первого аккумулятора посредством генератора на основе рекуперативной предсказываемой величины, оцениваемой согласно информации о состоянии транспортного средства, когда SOC первого аккумулятора больше определенного порогового значения. Выполняется управление зарядом независимо от рекуперативной предсказываемой величины, когда SOC первого аккумулятора меньше определенного порогового значения. Контроллер получает избыточную величину заряда второго аккумулятора и, когда она больше недостающей величины заряда первого аккумулятора, управляет зарядом на основе рекуперативной предсказываемой величины, несмотря на то, что SOC первого аккумулятора меньше ...

Battery charger for batteries having different nominal voltages

Cordless power tools 25 may be powered by batteries having a lithium-based chemistry, which require precise charging schemes and controlled discharge. A battery charger of the invention is operable to charge a first battery having a lithium-based chemistry and having a first nominal voltage in a nominal voltage range, and a second battery having a lithium-based chemistry and having a second nominal voltage outside the nominal voltage range. The batteries may have identification components having values representing battery voltage and chemistry, which the charger may identify. The charger may also monitor battery voltage during charging. The charger uses the identified battery voltage to select a battery voltage threshold for the charging function. Also claimed is a method of charging a first battery having a lithium-based chemistry and having a first nominal voltage in a nominal voltage range, and a second battery having a lithium-based chemistry and having a second nominal voltage outside ...

Hybrid battery control

Vorrichtung zur Ansteuerung elektrischer Energiespeicher

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Ansteuerung elektrochemischer Energiespeicher, umfassend Anschlüsse für zumindest einen ersten elektrochemischen Energiespeicher (1), Anschlüsse für zumindest einen zweiten elektrochemischen Energiespeicher (2), sowie zumindest einen Lastanschluss (3), wobei eine Kopplungseinheit (4) zur alternativen Verbindung des ersten Energiespeichers (1) oder des zweiten Energiespeichers (2) mit dem Lastanschluss (3) vorgesehen ist, sowie eine die Kopplungseinheit (4) ansteuernde Steuereinheit (5) vorgesehen ist, die zur Abfrage insbesondere elektrischer Parameter des ersten Energiespeichers (1) und des zweiten Energiespeichers (2) eingerichtet ist. Die Erfindung betrifft weiters ein System mit einer derartigen Vorrichtung und Verfahren zur Ansteuerung eines derartigen Systems.

Charging station and system

The invention relates to a charging station for charging at least one mobile terminal removably coupled to at least one charging location of the charging station. The charging station comprises a charging interface for providing cur- rent to a battery of the at least one mobile terminal, locking mechanism configured to removably locking the at least one mobile terminal with the charging station, I/O means configured to receive input comprising release information for releasing the at least mobile terminal and processing unit configured to verify if the inputted release information corresponds to legitimate release in- formation available for the charging station, and if the verification indicates that the inputted release information corresponds to the legitimate release information, to deliver a release signal to the locking mechanism for releasing the locking of the at least one mobile terminal with the charging station. Further, the invention relates to a charging system for providing ...

Rechargeable battery jump starting device with control switch and optical position sensing switch system

A Battery Module Charging and Discharging Control Method and a Battery System

Abstract: A battery module charging and discharging control method comprising: determining the charging priority of a plurality of battery modules in a battery system; raising the charging priority of the battery modules in the battery 5 system that are more difficult to unload, load, and/or replace; lowering the charging priority of the battery modules in the battery system that are easier to unload, load, and/or replace; causing the battery modules with higher charging priority to take precedence over the battery modules with lower charging priority during the charging control of the battery modules; determining the 10 discharging priority of the plurality of battery modules in the battery system; raising the discharging priority of the battery modules in the battery system that are easier to unload, load, and/or replace; and lowering the discharging priority of the battery modules in the battery system that are more difficult to unload, load, and/or replace; causing the battery modules ...

A BATTERY CHARGER FOR CHARGING DIFFERENT TYPES OF BATTERY PACK

A battery charger for charging two different types of rechargeable battery pack. A first type of battery pack comprises two electrical terminals and a second type of battery pack comprises a plug and lead type electrical connector. A first socket is provided in a housing for receiving the first type of battery pack, the first socket including contact points for electrical connection of the terminals of the first type of battery pack to the battery charger. A second socket in the housing includes contact points for electrical connection of the plug and lead type connector of the second type of battery pack to the battery charger. The battery charger further comprises AC connectors for connecting the battery charger to an AC electrical power supply outlet. The battery charger has a circuit board having first and second DC electrical circuits for providing power to the battery pack and a switch for activating one of the circuits. When the first type of battery pack is inserted into the first ...

BATTERY STATE DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

A battery charger and method is disclosed for detecting when a battery has a low state of health while simultaneously charging or maintaining the battery. A battery charger includes a processor; a non-transitory memory device; a power management device to receive an input power and to output a charging current; a pair of electrical conductors to electrically couple with a battery, and a display electrically coupled to the processor. The display being configured to indicate a bad battery indicator when the battery has a low state of health and whether the battery is good to start.

METHOD OF QUICK CHARGING A LITHIUM BATTERY FOR A BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR DRIVE SYSTEM

A fast charging method for a lithium battery of a direct-current brushless motor drive system. The method comprises the steps of: (1) a constant-power charging stage; and (2) a linear charging stage. In this manner, the fast charging method for a lithium battery of a direct-current brushless motor drive system has the advantages of accelerating the charging process, and reducing battery overheating in the charging process, thereby realizing charging within a shorter time and then achieving the effect of shortening the waiting time of a device during battery charging, etc., and thereby having a wide market prospect for the popularization of the fast charging method for a lithium battery for a direct-current brushless motor drive system.

SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE FOR BATTERY CHARGER BASED ON GAN-BASED POWER DEVICES

A system architecture for a battery charger that employs GaN-based power devices. The system takes advantage of the active power electronics circuits for power conversion, utilizing controls for power factor correction at its input and constant current/constant voltage regulation at its output. Specifically, a universal GaN-based battery charger architecture is proposed for charging either low- or high-voltage batteries using either three-phase 230-V variable frequency or three-phase 115-V constant frequency AC input power, while meeting stringent power quality and electromagnetic interference aerospace requirements.

SYSTEMS FOR CONFIGURING AND DELIVERING POWER

Systems comprised of hardware assemblies, either embedded (100) or external (400), which use software (101 or 800) for processes (330 to 356) such as acquiring power-related values (342), principally by the use of a connector (132) that accesses a battery (134), in order for a processor (102) to calculate an optimized power signal (338), and then to configure an output (344) of a power supply (122) to deliver the power signal to a powered device (136).

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CHARGING A VEHICLE

A system and method for charging a vehicle, including receiving electricity via a wall box mounted electrical receptacle or a plug-in receptacle electrically connected to an electrical energy source; establishing a connection between a communication module of the wall box mounted electrical receptacle or the plug-in receptacle and a communications network; receiving electrical energy source data; and controlling the charging of an electrical storage device of the vehicle by automatically controlling the charging based on the electrical energy source data.

Intelligent cell package and method for identifying cell type using same

Power source apparatus for vehicle

Heterogeneous cell unit charging

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CHARGING A BATTERY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE AS A FUNCTION OF TEMPERATURE

ROTARY CHARGING SYSTEM FOR PORTABLE DEVICE

The present invention relates to a charging cradle device of a portable terminal, and more specifically, to a charging system for a portable terminal including a charging unit attached to the rear of the portable terminal and a cradle coupled to the charging unit with a magnet to support the portable terminal. According to an embodiment of the present invention, a rotary charging system for a portable terminal includes a charging unit attachable regardless of a type of a portable terminal provided in various shapes and standards, thus simplifying a product production line. In addition, the charging unit (110) is magnetically coupled to be seated, and the cradle (130) rotatable horizontally or vertically with respect to the screen of the portable terminal is provided, thus improving convenience of use. A rotation angle is fixed in a vertical or horizontal direction of the screen of the portable terminal by an embedded magnet to be stably operated. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

배터리 유지관리 시스템

... 충전기에 충전 지시들을 생성하기 위한 차량 배터리로부터 에너지 소비 데이터를 모니터링하는 배터리 충전기를 포함하는 배터리 구동 차량 및 차량용 배터리 유지관리 시스템. 중앙데이터유닛(CDU)은 차량 전기 부하가 너무 많은 에너지를 소모하고 있는지 여부를 결정할 수 있고, 이어서 상기 차량 콘트롤러에 에너지 소비를 제한하도록 지시들을 생성할 수 있다. 충전 지시들에 따라 상기 배터리가 충전이 안된 경우에 상기 중앙데이터유닛(CDU)은 오프사이트 중앙컴퓨터에 통지할 수 있다.

VAPORIZER

POWER MANAGEMENT UNIT FOR PORTABLE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

A power management unit (40) for a portable electronic apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus is powered by at least a battery (42), and the power management unit is implemented as an integrated circuit. The power management unit (40) may comprise a general purpose analog-to-digital converter block (57) comprising a first switch for selecting one of at least two analog input signals, and an analog-to-digital converter which is arranged to convert said selected analog input signal into a digital signal; an analog event generator block (52), which is arranged to provide an indication for controlling an operating state of said power management unit when an analog input signal assumes a predetermined relation to a predetermined reference value; a timer block (54), which is operable for providing a timing signal independently of which one of a plurality of operating states the power management unit is operable in; and/or a battery charge control block (53), which is capable of controlling a battery ...

Battery charger for plural cell holding modules

A battery charger having a housing, a transformer in the housing and separate sets of external terminals situated on recessed surfaces at opposed sides of the housing, the external terminals being connected to separate secondary windings of the transformer so that the terminal sets are oppositely phased electrically. Blade connectors spaced apart along the line of spacing between opposed sides are electrically connected to the primary winding and extend through the housing for acceptance by an external electrical receptacle. A grounding pin being mechanically affixed to the transformer core structure and similarly extending through the housing.

Battery charger adapter system

A charging system for rechargeable batteries of the 9 volt type includes a charger adapted to accept a plurality of cells of different sizes and electrical characteristics and an adapter module for mechanically and electrically interconnecting the charger to a 9 volt size battery.

Charging system with multiple attachable cellholder modules

A charging system for alternatively charging cells having different physical sizes and/or electrical characteristics comprising a charge current source, a plurality of cellholder charging modules and interconnection means on said charger and said modules for selective alternative connection of each of said modules to the charger. An improved charging module utilizes resilient loading tabs and an upper resilient arm radiating from the central axis of the module.

CHARGING CIRCUIT AND THE METHOD THEREOF

A charging circuit adopts a plurality of feedback control circuits, a constant time signal generator and a logic circuit to control the operation of a power switch. The charge circuit needs no oscillator with high frequency, error amplifier with high speed and high accuracy, or compensation circuit with complicated structure, so the system portability is highly improved.

Charging stand, quick-release assembly, and method of mounting and demounting the quick-release assembly

A charging stand includes a casing and a quick release assembly. The casing includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a bottom plate. The first and second sidewalls are disposed oppositely and connected to two edges of the bottom plate, respectively, to form a receiving chamber. The quick release assembly includes a body and a fixing element. When the quick release assembly is demountably disposed in the receiving chamber, the fixing element is engagedly disposed on the bottom plate.

Charger

A charger (5) includes connecting parts (31, 32), a main converter (83), charging paths (Cpa, Cpb), switching elements (SWa, SWb), and a charging-control part (200). A first battery (Ba) having a first mounting part (11) and a second battery (Bb) having a second, different mounting part (21) are respectively mountable on the connecting parts (31, 32). The charging paths (Cpa, Cpb) respectively connect the main converter (83) to the connecting parts (31, 32). The switching elements (SWa, SWb) respectively connect or disconnect the charging paths (Cpa, Cpb) to/from the main converter (83). The charging-control part (200) selects one of the batteries (Ba, Bb) as the charging target and sets the charging path, to which the charging target (Ba, Bb) is connected, to the connected state. Then, the charger (5) charges the charging target to a predetermined voltage using a charging current suited to the charging target.

Power supply means

A cell monitoring circuit for monitoring voltage across a plurality of battery cells

A cell monitoring circuit for monitoring voltage across a plurality of battery cells, comprising a plurality of cell monitoring circuits, each cell monitoring circuit is configured to measure voltage across a different one of the battery cells and output a voltage measurements to a measurement node common to the plurality of cell monitoring circuits; a control module coupled to each of the cell monitoring circuits and operable to select a voltage measurement from at least one of the cell monitoring circuits to present at the measurement node, the control module further having an input coupled to the measurement node to receive a voltage measurement therefrom; and a voltage divider circuit interposed between the plurality of cell monitoring circuits and the input of the control module.

Apparatus for power wireless transfer between two devices and simultaneous data transfer

A system for the wireless transfer of power includes a first device connected to a power supply source and provided with a first resonant circuit at a first frequency, a second device comprising at least one battery, provided with a second resonant circuit at said first frequency, arranged at a distance smaller than the wavelength associated with said first frequency and not provided with wires for the electrical connection with said first device. The first device is adapted to transfer a first signal representing the power to be sent to the second device for charging said at least one battery and comprises means adapted to modulate the frequency of said first signal for transferring data from the first device to the second device simultaneously with the power transfer. The second device comprises means adapted to demodulate the received signal, corresponding to the first signal sent from the first device, to obtain the transmitted data.

Беспроводное зарядное устройство

1. Беспроводное зарядное устройство для перезаряжаемого устройства, совместимого с конкретной беспроводной зарядной системой, и имеет принимающий элемент, выполненный с возможностью обеспечивать беспроводной прием энергии, которое содержит зарядный блок, имеющий передающий элемент, выполненный с возможностью обеспечивать беспроводную передачу энергии на принимающий элемент в соответствии с протоколом питания, выбранным из нескольких протоколов питания, который совместим с конкретной беспроводной системой зарядки.2. Беспроводное зарядное устройство по п. 1, которое также содержит процессорный блок, выполненный с возможностью определять подходящую беспроводную систему зарядки и соответственно выбирать необходимый протокол зарядки.3. Беспроводное зарядное устройство по п. 2, в котором процессорный блок выполнен с возможностью сообщать информацию о протоколе зарядки контроллеру, который выполнен с возможностью запускать протокол зарядки.4. Беспроводное зарядное устройство по п. 3, которое содержит цепь питания, подключенную к источнику питания и выполненную с возможностью подавать электрическую энергию на контроллер.5. Беспроводное зарядное устройство по п. 1, в котором зарядный блок также имеет зарядную поверхность, поддерживающую перезаряжаемое устройство, и ограничительное приспособление, фиксирующее перезаряжаемое устройство во время сеанса беспроводной зарядки с возможностью его снятия.6. Беспроводное зарядное устройство по п. 1, в котором принимающий элемент включает в себя принимающую катушку, а передающий элемент включает в себя несколько передающих катушек, причем по меньшей мере одна из п РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 144 310 U1 (51) МПК H02J 15/00 (2006.01) H02J 7/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2014108931/07, 07.03.2014 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 07.03.2014 (72) Автор(ы): ВАН ВИМЕЕРШ Джон Роберт (US), ХРЕЧНЫЙ Майкл (US) (73 ...

Battery charger

A battery charger includes a rotatable top cover for exposing electrical connectors for physically coupling and electrically communicating with a battery or other device and providing electrical energy for charging a battery or device.

Communication terminal apparatus and method for supplying terminal power source

A communication terminal that includes a wireless communication unit used to communicate with another communication terminal, a power transmitting unit that transmits contactless electric power to the another communication terminal, and a control unit that controls the wireless communication unit to transmit, to the another communication terminal, an instruction for receiving the contactless electric power transmitted from the power transmitting unit.

Wireless power transfer within a circuit breaker

A wireless power service panel source includes power and control circuitry that receives power from a wired power connection at a position in a service panel, and generates an electronic drive signal at a frequency, f, and a source magnetic resonator configured to generate an oscillating magnetic field in response to the electronic drive signal, wherein the source magnetic resonator is configured to wirelessly transmit power to sensors in other positions within the service panel.

Wireless charging method and apparatus

A wireless charging method includes synchronizing power phases of at least two charging power supply devices, and wirelessly charging a terminal using the at least two charging power supply devices.

Methods and apparatus for managing renewable energy services for fixed and mobile assets

Methods and apparatus for managing energy services are disclosed. One method includes determining a quantity of the energy service realized during the connection event; identifying an account associated with the grid connection point; and adjusting the identified account based on the quantity determined. Another method includes receiving an indicator indicating an asset identifier or a grid connection point identifier; determining a location of the asset on the grid based on the indicator; determining operating conditions for realizing the energy service based on the determined location; sending the conditions; identifying an account associated with the point based on the indicator; and adjusting the account based on a quantity of energy services realized by the asset in accordance with the conditions. A computer readable medium includes instructions for determining a quantity of energy services realized during a connection event; identifying an account associated with a connection point; and adjusting the account.

Method for Controlling at Least One Operating Parameter that Influences the Aging State of an Electrical Energy Store in an Open-Loop or Closed-Loop Manner

A method is provided for the open-loop or closed-loop control of at least one operating parameter of an electric energy accumulator influencing the aging state of the electric energy accumulator. The method determines the actual aging state of the electric energy accumulator, compares the actual aging state with a target aging state predefined for the momentary age of the energy accumulator, and restricts an operating parameter range permitted for the at least one operating parameter if the actual aging state is worse than the target aging state.

Voltage generation circuit, resonance circuit, communication apparatus, communication system, wireless charging system, power supply apparatus, and electronic apparatus

A voltage generation circuit includes: a resistor circuit which includes a plurality of resistors connected to each other in series or in parallel; a plurality of input ports which are connected in parallel to the resistor circuit and to which a control signal for controlling a potential state of the input port to one of a high state, a low state, and an open state is input; and an output port which is connected to the resistor circuit and outputs voltage signals with voltage values corresponding to combinations of the potential states of the plurality of input ports.

Charging apparatus

A charging apparatus capable of charging a battery device includes a communication terminal configured to receive a signal for controlling charging of the battery device from the battery device, a detection unit configured to detect a voltage level of an input signal which is input in the charging apparatus via the communication terminal, a signal switching unit configured to connect between the communication terminal and the detection unit and change the voltage level of the input signal, and a charging control unit configured to control charging of the battery device based on the voltage level of the input signal changed by controlling the signal switching unit.

Non-contact power transmission apparatus

A non-contact power transmission device includes a resonant circuit, which includes a switching element and a primary coil electrically connected to the switching elements. The resonant circuit induces an alternating power with the primary coil in accordance with the resistance value of the resonant circuit by switching the switching element. A secondary coil receives, from the primary coil in a non-contact manner, the alternating power at a position intersecting an alternating magnetic flux occurring at the primary coil. A primary side controller ON/OFF controls the switching element and changes, based on information to be conveyed to the secondary coil, the resistance value of the resonant circuit, thereby modulating the amplitude of the alternating power induced in the primary coil. A secondary side controller demodulates, from the change in the amplitude of the alternating power received by the secondary coil, the information conveyed to the secondary coil.

Cooperative wireless power signal transmission method and device

Disclosed are a method and device for cooperatively sending and receiving power wirelessly. Wireless power charging coverage at the level of data signal transmission can be ensured by establishing one or more modes for transmitting, to a specific terminal, a power transmission signal from any of a plurality of nodes which is (are) not engaged in data transmission, and by matching the phase synchronization of the power transmission signal between the one or more nodes and then transmitting, to the specific terminal, a power transmission signal of which the phase synchronization has been matched by means of the one or more modes.

Apparatus, System, and Method for Multicoil Telemetry

An apparatus, system, and method for multicoil telemetry are disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an intermediate coil disposed between a driving coil and a receiving coil, where the intermediate coil is configured to act on magnetic fields between the driving coil and receiving coil in order to provide improved coupling efficiency. The improved coupling may assist in providing efficient power transfer and/or data transfer utilizing the magnetic fields. In some embodiments the receiving coil may be in direct communication with the intermediate coil, without any other intermediate coils. In some embodiments, the apparatus includes a second intermediate coil disposed between the driving coil and receiving coil to improve the transfer efficiency between the driving and receiving coils. The intermediate coils may have a high quality factor and be configured to decouple the resistance between the driving and receiving coils.

Methods and systems for charging an electric vehicle

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.

System and method for inductive charging of portable devices

A system and method for variable power transfer in an inductive charging or power system. In accordance with an embodiment the system comprises a pad or similar base unit that contains a primary, which creates an alternating magnetic field. A receiver comprises a means for receiving energy from the alternating magnetic field and transferring it to a mobile device, battery, or other device. In accordance with various embodiments, additional features can be incorporated to provide greater power transfer efficiency, and to allow the system to be easily modified for applications that have different power requirements; such as variations in the material used to manufacture the primary and/or the receiver coils; modified circuit designs to be used on the primary and/or receiver side; and additional circuits and components that perform specialized tasks, such as mobile device or battery identification, and automatic voltage or power-setting for different devices or batteries.

Electric vehicle charge control system

The usage pattern of an electric vehicle including the amount of power consumption of a battery on each day of the week is extracted from usage histories of the vehicle in a predetermined period. When the vehicle goes home after one day's operation and is connected to a charging apparatus, a charge determination unit predicts a usage pattern of the vehicle on the next day and determines whether the vehicle can operate on the next day with the remaining amount of power of a battery in the vehicle. When it is determined that the charging of the battery is necessary, the battery is charged until it reaches the target remaining amount of power. The target remaining amount of power is determined on the basis of the amount of power consumption in the predicted usage pattern so that the full charge is prevented and the number of charges is reduced.

Charging module and rechargeable battery assembly for electric vehicle

A rechargeable battery assembly for an electric vehicle is disclosed in the present invention. It includes at least one rechargeable battery module which has a number of rechargeable battery cells linked in series or in parallel for providing power to the electric vehicle, and a management unit, installed with a first program, for managing the rechargeable battery cells; and a charging module for providing power to the rechargeable battery module, including an updating unit connected to the charging module for automatically detecting version of the first program and updating the first program while a newer version is available while electrically connected to the rechargeable battery module. Battery management system of the rechargeable battery assembly can be updated by the updating unit. Therefore, the rechargeable battery module can be applied to different requirements with its best performance.

Control of battery charging power

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.

Wireless energy transfer system and method for feeding an electric load

A wireless energy transfer system and an associated method for feeding an electric load are provided. The system includes a transmitter which includes a generator adapted to generate a radiofrequency signal at a first frequency and a first resonant circuit adapted to transmit the radiofrequency signal; and a receiver adapted to receive the radiofrequency signal and comprising a second resonant circuit. The second resonant circuit is adapted to be located in the non-radiative near field generated by the first resonant circuit, and the transmitter includes frequency sweeping functionality, which imposes on the radiofrequency signal generator a cyclic excursion of the first frequency in the neighborhood of a nominal frequency of the generator so that, when the first frequency matches the resonant frequency of the second resonant circuit, a non-radiative energy transfer occurs.

Power transmitting and receiving apparatus and method for performing a wireless multi-power transmission

An apparatus and method are provided for transmitting and receiving power for wireless power transmission. A power transmitting apparatus includes a power supplier for generating power; a resonator for transmitting the power generated by the power supplier to a plurality of power receiving apparatuses; and a controller for determining whether a power transmission to a new power receiving apparatus is possible using a power receiving apparatus management table, when the new power receiving apparatus is detected while the power transmissions of the plurality of power receiving apparatuses are being performed, and controlling the resonator to transmit power to the new power receiving apparatus, when the power transmission to the new receiving apparatus is possible. The power transmitting apparatus stably supplies power to a plurality of power receiving apparatuses by determining power transmission states of the plurality of power receiving apparatuses.

Wireless charging apparatus and method

Methods and apparatus for wireless charging are provided. Transmission power transmitted from a wireless power transmitter is received at a power receiver of a wireless power receiver. A battery of the wireless power receiver is charged with the received transmission power. It is determined whether the battery is fully charged. A packet from a communication unit of the wireless power receiver is transmitted to the wireless power transmitter when the battery is fully charged. An auxiliary charge of the battery is performed by receiving strength-reduced transmission power from the wireless power transmitter.

Sender communications for wireless power transfer

A signal generator generates an electrical signal that is sent to an amplifier, which increases the power of the signal using power from a power source. The amplified signal is fed to a sender transducer to generate ultrasonic waves that can be focused and sent to a receiver. The receiver transducer converts the ultrasonic waves back into electrical energy and stores it in an energy storage device, such as a battery, or uses the electrical energy to power a device. In this way, a device can be remotely charged or powered without having to be tethered to an electrical outlet.

Receiver communications for wireless power transfer

A signal generator generates an electrical signal that is sent to an amplifier, which increases the power of the signal using power from a power source. The amplified signal is fed to a sender transducer to generate ultrasonic waves that can be focused and sent to a receiver. The receiver transducer converts the ultrasonic waves back into electrical energy and stores it in an energy storage device, such as a battery, or uses the electrical energy to power a device. In this way, a device can be remotely charged or powered without having to be tethered to an electrical outlet.

Lithium-based battery pack for a hand held power tool

A method for conducting an operation including a power tool battery pack. The battery pack can include a housing, a first cell supported by the housing and having a voltage, and a second cell supported by the housing and having a voltage. The battery pack also can be connectable to a power tool and be operable to supply power to operate the power tool. The method can include discharging one of the first cell and the second cell until the voltage of the one of the first cell and the second cell is substantially equal to the voltage of the other of the first cell and the second cell.

System and method for contactless power transfer in portable image detectors

A system and method for contactless power transfer in a portable image detector for charging rechargeable batteries disposed within the portable image detector is provided. The system includes a first coil couplable to a power source, wherein the first coil is configured to produce a magnetic field. The system further includes a second coil coupled to the rechargeable battery disposed within the portable image detector and configured to receive power from the first coil via the magnetic field and to transfer the power to the rechargeable battery. The system also includes a field focusing element disposed between the first coil and the second coil and configured as a self resonant coil having a standing wave current distribution to focus the magnetic field onto the second coil and enhance the coupling between the first coil and the second coil.

Charging device and methods of authorizing a charging request

A charging device includes a power delivery system configured to supply power to at least one load coupled to the charging device. The charging device also includes a processor coupled to the power delivery system, and the processor is programmed to transmit a charging request to a remote device. The charging request includes an amount of power requested to be supplied to the at least one load. The processor is programmed to receive data related to a loading of a power distribution device, wherein the power distribution device is configured to supply power to the charging device. The processor is further programmed to selectively activate the power delivery system to supply power to the at least one load based on the data received.

Systems, methods and apparatus for powering devices using rf energy from a mobile transmitter

In some embodiments, a personal area network (PAN) includes a mobile transmitter (e.g., a mobile or cellular phone) and one or more devices (e.g., sensors) that require power to operate (e.g., collect data). The mobile transmitter can be configured to transmit a sufficient amount of power (e.g., RF energy) to the one or more devices to power the one or more local devices. In addition to transmitting power, the mobile transmitter can be configured to communicate over a wireless network (e.g., a cellular network) as its primary function.

Adaptive Power Management

Disclosed are various embodiments of adaptive management of a device. The adaptive management includes, e.g., power management, energy management, and diagnostics. In one embodiment, a device including a power management unit (PMU) communicatively coupled to a processor is configured to transmit a status notification to the processor in response to an interrupt signal; obtain a high level state command from the processor in response to the status notification, and modify power operation of the device in response to the high level state command. In another embodiment, a method for charging a power source includes obtaining, by a PMU of a device, operational characteristics of a power supply in communication with the device; determining a power supply type based at least in part upon the operational characteristics; and controlling charging of the power source based at least in part upon the power supply type.

System and Method for Using Capacitors in Wireless Networks

A battery-free wireless network is provided with one or more series or parallel capacitive networks. One or more solar panels are used to charge the capacitive networks and one or more charging circuits are used to control the charging of the capacitive networks. One or more DC-DC converters maybe used to provide a voltage to a wireless router, switch or other network device, the timer/clock circuitry, and a user interface. In those instances when it is desired that the timer/clock circuitry remain powered at all times, the timer/clock circuitry is preferentially preserved at the expense of the network device such that if, for any reason, the capacitive network is drained after running the network device, there will still be sufficient power stored in the capacitive network to maintain the timer/clock circuitry.

Electrical charging system having energy coupling arrangement for wireless energy transmission therebetween

An electrical charging system (ECS) to electrically charge a battery includes a power transmitter, an energy coupling arrangement, at least one electrical signal shaping device (ESSD) including a controller, and an alignment means. The arrangement includes a first transducer disposed external to the vehicle and a second transducer attached with the vehicle. The alignment means communicates with the vehicle to ensure repeatable vehicle positioning so that the second transducer is positioned relative to the first transducer so that the second transducer receives the energy produced by the power transmitter wirelessly transmitted from the first transducer. The energy received by the second transducer is electrically shaped by the ESSD and further electrically transmitted through the ESSD as controlled by the controller to electrically charge the ESD. Methods to operate and electrically transmit energy through the ECS to electrically charge the EDS are also presented.

Information provision device and information provision method

In order to suppress charge amount shortage in a predetermined area, an information provision device has an acquisition means that acquires travelling information of an electric vehicle on which a secondary battery 204 is mounted; a charge output estimation means that estimates, on the basis of the travelling information, a charge output value of a charging device which is provided in a predetermined area; a judgment means that judges, on the basis of the estimated charge output value, whether there is a risk that shortage of a charge amount will occur in the predetermined area; and an information provision means that provides recommendation information concerning charge of the vehicle to the electric vehicle according to a judgment result of the judgment means.

Methods and systems for charging an energy storage device

A charging device for charging an energy storage device is described. The charging device includes a memory for storing a plurality of state machines and a processing device coupled to the memory. The processing device is configured to select a state machine of the plurality of state machines and to operate the charging device in accordance with the selected state machine.

Parking assist device for vehicle and electrically powered vehicle including the same

A first guidance control unit constituted of a parking assist ECU and a steering ECU guides a vehicle to a power transfer unit of a power feeding apparatus by controlling steering of the vehicle based on an image taken by a camera. When the vehicle is guided by the first guidance control unit to a predetermined position with respect to the power transfer unit, a second guidance control unit constituted of a vehicle ECU, a motor control ECU and a charging ECU performs alignment between the power transfer unit and a power reception unit by controlling speed of the vehicle based on a power receiving situation of the power reception unit.

Apparatus and method of controlling wireless power transmission

An apparatus for controlling wireless power transmission includes a near-field wireless communication antenna for receiving wireless power transmission control signals from a power transmitting device at a communication frequency, a near-field wireless communication Integrated Circuit (IC) for delivering wireless power transmission control messages based on the wireless power transmission control signals received through the near-field wireless communication antenna to a power IC, a Wireless Power Transmission (WPT) coil for resonating at a frequency band corresponding to a resonant frequency of the power transmitting device, to receive power supplied from the power transmitting device, and the power IC for controlling output of a constant voltage, using the supply power received by the WPT coil, based on the wireless power transmission control messages from the near-field wireless communication IC.

Communication apparatus and communication method in wireless power transmission system

An apparatus and method to perform communication in a wireless power transmission system are provided. When a communication channel is selected from channels excluding a channel used in wireless power transmission, a communication apparatus and method transmit, using a frequency of the communication channel, a channel seizure signal, an access standard instruction, and a state information signal indicating an operating mode of a source. When a response signal corresponding to the access standard instruction is received from a target, the communication apparatus and method determine a control identifier (ID) of the target.

Charging System and Charging Method

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.

Dedicated USB Power Ports Coupled With A Multi-port USB Powered Hub

A dedicated power port (DPP) providing 1 Amp (A) or more of current enables a user to charge mobile tablet and communication like devices (TCD) without the use of additional software or circuitry. The DPP is coupled with a multi-port USB powered hub (MPH), the user can simultaneously charge TCDs via the dedicated port while peripheral devices, which are connected to non-dedicated USB ports, continue to function within industry specifications. Thereby addressing a limitation for viable charging solutions of modern day TCDs while simultaneously retaining the functionality and convenience of a MPH, all in one embodiment.

Apparatus and method for communicating data and power with electronic devices

A system, topology, and methods for providing power or data to electronic devices are described generally herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed. The system may include an internal power source, charging module, modem, and an external power coupling module.

Intelligent initiation of inductive charging process

A system for intelligent initiation of an inductive charging process. In accordance with an embodiment, the system comprises a receiver coil or receiver associated with a mobile device, and provided as a separable or after-market accessory for use with the mobile device. When the mobile device is placed in proximity to a base unit having one or more charger coils, the charger coil is used to inductively generate a current in the receiver coil or receiver associated with the mobile device, to charge or power the mobile device. The base unit and mobile device communicate with each other prior to and/or during charging or powering to determine a protocol to be used to charge or power the mobile device.

Wireless power transmission system and method based on impedance matching condition

A wireless power transmission system and a method based on an impedance matching condition are provided. A source device of the wireless power transmission system, includes a power converter configured to generate power. The source device further includes a resonator configured to transmit the power to a target device. A ratio of an input impedance of the resonator to an output impedance of the power converter is less than a reference value.

Wireless charging system and method

The present invention provides a wireless charger including a sensing device, a charging coil array and a processor. The sensing device determines the shape of the recharging area of an electronic device placed on the wireless charger. The charging coil array includes a plurality of dynamic charging coils and selectively turns on a part of the dynamic charging coils. The processor drives the part of the dynamic charging coils to charge the electronic device by wireless charging, wherein the part of the dynamic charging coils of the charging coil array is corresponding to the shape of the recharging area.

Adapter circuitry for enabling charging and/or recharging a device or battery of a different type

An electronic adapter circuit for charging and/or recharging a battery of a first battery type utilizing a charging device for a battery of a second different battery type, may comprise: an electronic circuit for controlling the charging of the battery of the first battery type when the battery of the first type is charged by the battery charging device, wherein the electronic circuit has high conductivity when the battery of the first type provides electrical power to a load, and has a reduced conductivity for limiting charging of the battery of the first type when it is charged by the battery charging device. The electronic circuit may include a controllable conductivity device having high conductivity when the battery of the first type provides power to a load, and a battery charging control circuit for reducing the conductivity of the controllable conductivity device for limiting the charging of the battery.

Method and apparatus for transmitting wireless power

A method and apparatus are provided for transmitting wireless power in a wireless power network managed by a wireless power transmitter. The method includes transmitting first charging power to a first wireless power receiver; detecting a second wireless power receiver; and transmitting second charging power to the second wireless power receiver.

Apparatus for detecting signal and wireless power transmitting apparatus having the same

Disclosed herein are a signal detecting apparatus and a wireless power transmitting apparatus having the same. In the signal detecting apparatus, a resonance tank circuit is resonated by a magnetic field change of a power transmitting coil generated according to a signal transmitted to the wireless power transmitting apparatus by a power receiving apparatus to generate a resonance signal, and a signal extracting unit extracts the signal transmitted by the power receiving apparatus in the generated resonance signal. The resonance tank circuit includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) transponder detecting the magnetic field change signal of the power transmitting coil, and a capacitor connected in parallel with the RFID transponder to be resonated by the magnetic field change of the power transmitting coil. The signal transmitted to the wireless power transmitting apparatus by the power receiving apparatus may be accurately detected by a simple circuit configuration.

DEVICE FOR CHARGING OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

Present invention relates to a device () for charging of rechargeable batteries, comprising a house () with a transformer, cable () with a plug () for mains input, cables () for supplying electric power to the battery, clamping devices () for connection to the poles of a battery, switch () for activation and deactivation of the charging device () and at least one visual indicator () to give the user an indication of the charging progress, said house () has such a design that the cables () and the plug () are completely or partially situated in the house (), and the clamping devices () are attached to holding means () which protrude from the house (), said holding means () comprise two protruding elements, said cables () for are winded around the circumference of the house () between each of the protruding elements of respective holding means. 1. A charging device for charging of lead batteries and other rechargeable battery types , the charging device comprising:{'b': '2', 'a housing () with a transformer;'}cable with a plug for connecting to a mains socket;a plurality of power cables for supply of electric power to a battery;a plurality of clamping devices for connection to poles of a battery;a switch for activation and deactivation of the charging device;at least one visual indicator configured to provide a user an indication of a charging progress;wherein the housing is configured such that the cables and the plug are completely or partly lying inside the housing; and thewherein the plurality of clamping devices are fastened to a plurality of holding means that protrude from the housing when the charging device is not in use;wherein each holding means of the plurality of holding means encompasses two protruding elements; andwherein the plurality of power cables for connection to the battery are coiled around a circumference of the housing between each of the two protruding elements of the respective holding means.2. The charging device according to claim 1 , ...

Power supply device, electronic device, control method, and recording medium

A power supply device includes a power supply unit that wirelessly supplies power, a communication unit that communicates with an electronic device, and a control unit that controls the communication unit to transmit a predetermined data to the electronic device based on whether or not the electronic device is connected to an external device supplying power to the electronic device.

Electronic apparatus, control method and recording medium

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.

Multi-standard, alternating current or direct current compatible electric vehicle supply equipment

A multi-standard compatible electric vehicle supply equipment includes a plurality of different electric vehicle connectors each of which corresponds to one of a plurality of different electric vehicle standards. A power converter inputs alternating current power and includes an output to output direct current power. A circuit is structured to selectively electrically connect a source of alternating current power to a number of the electric vehicle connectors, selectively electrically connect the output of the power converter to a selected one of the different electric vehicle connectors, employ a plurality of different communication protocols for the different electric vehicle connectors, detect connectivity of one of the different electric vehicle connectors with an electric vehicle and responsively select one of a plurality of different charging modes, and communicate with the electric vehicle through the selected one of the different electric vehicle connectors.

Charging A Chargeable Power Supply of A Near Field Communication (NFC) Enabled Device from A Radio Frequency (RF) Signal Inductively Coupled Onto A Magnetic Field

A NFC communicator or NFC communications enabled device has a data store to store data, a coupler to couple inductively with the magnetic field of a radio frequency signal and a signal generator to supply a radio frequency signal to the coupler. A modulator is provided to modulate a radio frequency signal in accordance with data and a demodulator is provided to extract data from a modulated radio frequency signal inductively coupled to the coupler. A controller enables the NFC communicator or NFC communications enabled device both to initiate near field radio frequency communication with another near field RF communicator and to respond to near field radio frequency communication initiated by another near field RF communicator. The NFC communicator or NFC communications enabled device also has a power deriver that derives power from a radio frequency signal inductively coupled to the coupler to charge a chargeable power supply.

CHARGER, ADAPTER AND CHARGING SYSTEM

The charger includes: a connector to be connected to a battery; an identification unit configured to perform an identification process of judging whether the battery being connected to the connector is a compliant battery allowed to be directly connected to the connector or a non-compliant battery allowed to be indirectly connected to the connector, and output a result of the identification process; a main charging unit configured to charge the compliant battery according to a main charging condition appropriate to the compliant battery; an auxiliary charging unit configured to charge the non-compliant battery according to an auxiliary charging condition which does not cause a harmful effect on the non-compliant battery; and a control unit configured to receive the result from the identification unit, and, when the result indicates the compliant battery, activate the main charging unit, and, when the result indicates the non-compliant battery, activate the auxiliary charging unit. 1. A charger comprising:a connector adapted in use to be connected to a battery;an identification unit configured to perform an identification process of judging whether the battery being connected to the connector is a compliant battery allowed to be directly connected to the connector or a non-compliant battery allowed to be indirectly connected to the connector, and output a result of the identification process;a main charging unit configured to charge the compliant battery in conformity with a main charging condition appropriate to the compliant battery;an auxiliary charging unit configured to charge the non-compliant battery in conformity with an auxiliary charging condition which does not cause a harmful effect on the non-compliant battery;a control unit configured to receive the result from the identification unit, and, when the result shows the compliant battery, activate the main charging unit, and, when the result indicates the non-compliant battery, activate the auxiliary ...

Foreign matter sensing device and non-contact electric-power transfer system

A foreign matter sensing device includes a first determiner that determines whether there is a foreign matter in a foreign matter detection range based on an image imaged by an imaging portion, and a second determiner that determines whether there is a foreign matter in the foreign matter detection range based on a temperature sensed by a temperature sensor. The second determiner executes determining whether there is a foreign matter in the foreign matter detection range while electric-power is transferred between a vehicle-side coil and an out-of-vehicle coil, when the first determiner determines that there is no foreign matter after the imaging portion images the image of the foreign matter detection range in response to a start demand instructing to start transferring electric-power.

Power storage apparatus, power storage system having the same and method of assembling power storage system by using the same

The present disclosure describes a power storage apparatus including a housing made of a durable material and defining an installation space of a plurality of secondary batteries; a plurality of secondary batteries accommodated in the housing and connected to each other in series or in parallel; a Battery Management System (BMS) for controlling charge and discharge of the plurality of secondary batteries and monitoring an electric characteristic value thereof; and a status setting switch for setting a status of the BMS. According to the present disclosure, a power storage system may be easily configured by means of a simple BMS setting. Also, if any one of the power storage apparatuses is not working properly, the power storage apparatus with a problem may be easily distinguished by the naked eyes of a manager, which facilitates easy maintenance and repair.

Coupling an electronic apparatus having a radio link, in particular a mobile telephone, to devices of a motor vehicle

A system for wirelessly coupling a radio device ( 111 ) via a radio link has a support surface ( 119 ) for placing radio device ( 111 ) thereon; an antenna in order to produce and maintain wireless coupling of the radio device, or a plurality of antennas ( 217 a, 217 b ) positioned adjacently which can be selectively operated to produce and maintain wireless coupling of radio device ( 111 ). Support surface ( 119 ) has a rotationally symmetrical recess ( 117 ) extending around an axis of rotation ( 18 ) perpendicular to support surface ( 119 ), wherein, at different rotational positions relative to the axis of rotation ( 18 ), a radio device ( 111 ) having a projection ( 204 ) which engages in recess ( 117 ) can operate a radio link to the antenna, or to one of the antennas ( 217 ). Alternatively a radio device rests against support surface ( 119 ) and is located in any orientation and any position within a space defined by support surface ( 7 ).

POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS FOR ELECTRICALLY POWERED VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

An electrically powered vehicle has a main battery and an auxiliary battery mounted therein. In external charging, a charging device performs AC/DC power conversion converting power received from an external power supply into power charged to main battery. A sub charging relay is connected between a predetermined node on an electric conduction path of the charging device in the AC/DC power conversion and the auxiliary battery. The sub charging relay is turned off in the external charging. The charging device is configured such that when the external charging is not performed and the sub charging relay is turned on the charging device performs DC/DC power conversion to convert power of the main battery via at least a portion of the electric conduction path in the AC/DC power conversion into power to be charged to the auxiliary battery and outputs the converted power on the predetermined node. 1. A power supply apparatus for an electrically powered vehicle , comprising:a main power storage devicea sub power storage device outputting a voltage lower than that of said main power storage device;a charging device operative in external charging for performing first power conversion to receive power from an external power supply and convert the received power into power charged to said main power storage device; anda first switch connected between a predetermined node on an electric conduction path of said charging device in said first power conversion and said sub power storage device, and opened in said external charging,said charging device being configured such that when said external charging is not performed and said first switch is closed said charging device performs second power conversion to receive power from said main power storage device and convert the received power via at least a portion of said electric conduction path into power to be charged to said sub power storage device and said charging device outputs the converted power on said predetermined node.2. ...

Inductive charger for providing radio frequency ("rf") signal to a portable electric device

An inductive charger for a portable electronic device is provided. The portable electronic device has a radio frequency (“RF”) antenna configured for receiving an outgoing RF signal, as well as a secondary coil. The inductive charger includes a primary coil configured for creating a magnetic flux. The magnetic flux is configured for coupling to the secondary coil in the portable electronic device to induce current. The inductive charger includes RF coupling assembly that receives an incoming RF signal. The RF coupling assembly is configured to radiate the outgoing RF signal that is based on the incoming RF signal. The inductive charger includes a radiator configured to receive the outgoing RF signal from the RF coupling assembly. The radiator is configured to radiate the outgoing RF signal to the RF antenna of the portable electronic device.

Smart charger for personal media devices

Presenting battery-charging status information to a user of a personal media device, even when that personal media device is in a dormant mode responsive to a battery charging operation. A charging element responds to new messages with alerts. The charging element presents at least one of an amount charged or an amount of time left to fully charge, using associated graphics for easier viewing. Content from a media library can be presented in response to indicators. An application executing on the personal media device can operate with a control program executing on the charging element itself, to control one or more display features of the charging element.

Coil techniques

Techniques are disclosed involving coils that may be used to exchange wireless energy between devices. For instance, a device may include a coil having a plurality of turns arranged along an arc. Further, the coil may have first and second ends that are substantially normal to the arc. The coil may be arranged within a casing of the device. This casing may have first and second non-parallel surfaces. In embodiments, the first end of the coil may be directed to (be substantially parallel with and proximate to) the first surface, while the second end of the coil may be directed to the substantially parallel with and proximate to) the second surface. The coil may be employed in wireless power transfer and/or near field communication applications.

Wireless energy transmission apparatus and method, and wireless energy reception apparatus

A wireless energy transmission apparatus wirelessly transmits energy through resonance between a source resonator and a target resonator. The apparatus scans an amount of energy stored in the source resonator for a scanning period, calculates a total amount of energy stored in the source resonator and the target resonator during an off-resonant interval between the source resonator and the target resonator based on the amount of energy scanned, and estimates an amount of energy induced in the target resonator based on the amount of energy stored in the source resonator and the total amount of energy calculated.

Methods, systems and apparatus for determining whether an accessory includes particular circuitry

Methods, systems, and apparatus for determining whether an accessory includes particular circuitry. A host device may measure a first voltage and a second voltage received from an accessory, where the voltages are provide through the accessory from a power source. Before measuring the second voltage, the host device may send an instruction to the accessory instructing the accessory to alter an impedance of the power path between the power source and the host device, and the host device may draw at least a threshold amount of current from the power source via the accessory. The host device may then determine whether the accessory includes particular circuitry based on the relationship between the first voltage and the second voltage.

Adaptive power control for wireless charging of devices

Exemplary embodiments are directed to wireless power transfer. A transmit antenna generates an electromagnetic field having a region for wirelessly transferring power from the transmit antenna to a plurality of receiver devices. A controller is operably coupled to the transmit antenna. The controller determines a power allocation for a particular one of the plurality of receiver devices disposed within the region, and adjusts the power allocation based at least in part on a power requirement received from the particular one of the plurality of receiver devices.

Detection device, power reception device, power transmission device and non-contact power supply system

A detection device, including: one or a plurality of magnetic coupling elements configured to have one or a plurality of coils; and a detection unit that measures or calculates an effective resistance values of the magnetic coupling elements or an effective resistance value of a circuit including at least the magnetic coupling elements and determines a presence or absence of a foreign substance based on a change in the effective resistance value.

INTELLIGENT WALL-TYPE CHARGER

An intelligent wall-mounted charger comprises a housing () mounted on a wall. A power supplying control circuit is provided inside the housing and a display screen () is provided on the housing, wherein the display screen is electrically connected with the power supplying control circuit. The intelligent wall-mounted charger is mounted on the wall, and the mounting method of the intelligent wall-mounted charger is similar to that of a conventional wall-mounted switching socket. A charging interface () used for a notebook computer and a USB charging interface () applied for digital products charged through USB ports are provided on the housing of the charger. The power supplying control circuit is electrically connected with the charging interface for the notebook computer and the USB charging interfaces, and it can automatically and discriminatingly output a charging voltage for the notebook computer. The intelligent wall-mounted charger can conveniently charge a notebook computer or digital products which may be charged through USB ports. 110108010. An intelligent wall-mounted charger , comprising a housing () mountable on a wall , a power supply control circuit provided in the housing () , and a display () provided on the housing () and electrically connected with the power supply control circuit , wherein:the intelligent wall-mounted charger is mountable on a wall;{'b': 30', '50', '10, 'a charging interface () for notebook computers and USB charging interfaces () for digital products chargeable through USB ports are provided on the housing (); and'}{'b': 30', '50, 'the power supply control circuit is electrically connected with the charging interface () for notebook computers and the USB charging interfaces () and can automatically output selected charging voltages for notebook computers or digital products chargeable through the USB ports that are connected to the charger.'}21090. The intelligent wall-mounted charger of claim 1 , wherein the housing () is ...

Charger External Power Device gain Sampling

A power management unit accurately measures and controls charging current. The power management unit may be implemented more efficiently than prior designs, leading to cost savings in the implementation of the power management unit as well as in the implementation of the device that incorporates the power management unit. The power management unit incorporates a model of an external charge control device (e.g., a transistor) and uses that model in a way that allows the power management unit to eliminate external device pins and other circuitry.

Method and power transmitter for controlling power transmission against overvoltage at power receiver

Methods and apparatus are provided for controlling power transmission in a power transmitter against overvoltage at a power receiver. The power transmitter receives a subscription request to subscribe to a wireless power network, from the power receiver. It is determined whether power transmission is available for the power receiver. The power receiver is informed that the power transmission is beginning, when the power transmission is available. The transmission power is increased and transmitted. It is determined whether a stop request to stop increasing voltage is received at the power transmitter from the power receiver. The increase of the transmission power is stopped when the stop request is received at the power transmitter. Charging of the power receiver is started by transmitting a start charging command from the power transmitter to the power receiver.

Vehicular power transmission device

A vehicular power transmission device includes a power transmission unit which transmits electromagnetic waves to a mobile device to transmit power to a power reception unit of the mobile device, and a frequency changing unit which, when it is determined based on the transmission frequency of the electromagnetic waves to be transmitted from the power transmission unit to the mobile device and a reception frequency of a radio receiver that radio noise is generated by the power transmission unit, changes the transmission frequency of the electromagnetic waves of the power transmission unit, wherein the power transmission unit changes a transmission power of the electromagnetic waves based on an amount of change in the transmission frequency of the electromagnetic waves changed by the frequency changing unit.

Methodology for pocket-forming

The present invention describes a methodology for wireless power transmission based on pocket-forming. This methodology may include one transmitter and at least one or more receivers, being the transmitter the source of energy and the receiver the device that is desired to charge or power. Both devices, the transmitter and receiver, may communicate to each other via a wireless protocol. By communicating to each other, the transmitter may identify and locate the device to which the receiver is connected and thereafter aim pockets of energy to the device in order to power it.

Apparatus, method and article for providing vehicle diagnostic data

A network of collection, charging and distribution machines collects, charges and distributes portable electrical energy storage devices (e.g., batteries, supercapacitors or ultracapacitors). Vehicle diagnostic data of a vehicle using the portable electrical energy storage device is stored on a diagnostic data storage system of the portable electrical energy storage device during use of a respective portable electrical energy storage device by a respective vehicle. Once the user places the portable electrical energy storage device in the collection, charging and distribution machine, or comes within wireless communications range of a collection, charging and distribution machine, a connection is established between the collection, charging and distribution machine and the portable electrical energy storage device. The collection, charging and distribution machine then reads vehicle diagnostic data stored on the diagnostic data storage system of the portable electrical energy storage device and provides information regarding the diagnostic data.

Wireless power transmitter, wireless power receiver, and methods of controlling the same

A wireless power transmitter, a wireless power receiver, and methods of controlling the same are provided. A method of detecting a rogue device other than a wireless power receiver in the wireless power transmitter includes receiving power consumption information about the wireless power receiver from the wireless power receiver, calculating a power loss based on the received power consumption information about the wireless power receiver, determining whether the power loss exceeds a threshold, and controlling transmission power of the wireless power transmitter, determining that a rogue device exists on the wireless power transmitter, if the power loss exceeds the threshold.

Variable mode wireless power supply systems

The present invention provides a wireless power supply system in which a remote device is provided with different control methodologies depending on one or more factors. One type of wireless power supply can selectively control one or more remote devices according to a first control methodology and another type of wireless power supply can control the remote device according to a second control methodology. In one embodiment, a wireless power supply system is provided for wirelessly powering a display circuit in a product located at a point of display differently than when charging at a point of use, or when the device is in use. In another embodiment, a wireless power supply is programmed to operate a remote device according to a primary control methodology and the remote device is programmed to operate the remote device according to a secondary control methodology where the remote device includes circuitry for enabling the primary control methodology instead of the secondary control methodology.

Measurement system

A measurement system according to one aspect of the present invention includes a battery pack and at least one type of connected device to which the pack is connected. The pack includes a first detection device detecting a predetermined physical quantity in the pack and having a predetermined measurement range. The connected device includes a second detection device detecting a physical quantity the same as the predetermined physical quantity and having a measurement range different from the range of the first detection device. One of the pack and the connected device includes a receiving device and a measurement processing device that performs a predetermined measurement process by using one of: a detection-value-related information received by the receiving device; and a detection result by one device of the first detection device and the second detection device, the one device being provided in one of the pack and the connected device.

Vehicle battery charging system and method

In at least one embodiment, a vehicle includes a battery and an inductive charge plate electrically connected with the battery. The vehicle further includes at least one controller configured to, in response to detecting an authenticated charge system, cause an initiation signal to be transmitted such that the charge system initiates charging of the battery via the charge plate and cause an association signal to be intermittently or continuously transmitted such that charging of the battery via the charge plate is maintained.

Vehicle charging system

A vehicle is provided comprising a battery, a charge plate electrically connected to the battery, and a thermal sensor configured to output a signal indicative of a sensed temperature. The thermal sensor can be positioned to determine temperature in the area proximate to the charge plate. The vehicle further includes at least one controller configured to (a) cause an association signal to be repeatedly transmitted during a battery charge procedure such that charging of the battery via the charge plate is maintained, and (b) in response to the sensed temperature exceeding a primary threshold, cause the repeated transmission of the association signal to be interrupted such that charging of the battery ceases.

Wireless power supply system

A wireless power supply system transmits power as magnetic field energy from a power supplying resonance coil to a power receiving resonance coil by resonating the power supplying resonance coil and the power receiving resonance coil. The coil diameter of the power receiving resonance coil is set smaller than the coil diameter of the power supplying resonance coil. Then, electromagnetic coupling between the power supplying resonance coil and the power receiving resonance coil is maintained in a stable state, and a space region where power can be transmitted in a state wherein power transmission efficiency is stabilized is expanded.

Underwater charging station

A submersible power supply apparatus provides the ability to provide power for recharging batteries used to operate underwater vehicles, manned and unmanned. A battery charging station apparatus containing at least one modular reserve battery magazine with a plurality of compartments is provided. A plurality of reserve battery modules may be respectively provided in the plurality of compartments, each of the plurality of reserve battery modules being configured to provide power when a reserve battery provided therein is activated.

Unauthorized connection detecting device, unauthorized connection detecting system, and unauthorized connection detecting method

An unauthorized connection detecting device, which detects whether or not a power storage device is an unauthorized power storage device, includes: a communications unit receiving first charge/discharge information in which first identification information and first connection information are associated each other, the first identification information identifying an encryption key of the power storage device used for mutual authentication between a charge/discharge device and the power storage device, and the first connection information being on the power storage device and obtained when the power storage device is connected to the charge/discharge device; and an unauthorization detecting unit detecting whether or not the power storage device is the unauthorized power storage device, by determining, using the first identification information and the first connection information, whether or not two or more power storage devices associated with a single first identification information item are present.

Wireless power transfer system coil arrangements and method of operation

This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for wireless power transfer and particularly wireless power transfer to remote systems such as electric vehicles. In one aspect the disclosure provides for an apparatus for wirelessly transmitting power. The apparatus includes a first conductive structure configured to generate a first magnetic field in response to receiving a first time-varying signal from a power source. The apparatus includes a second conductive structure configured to generate a second magnetic field in response to receiving a second time-varying signal from the power source. The first and second structures are positioned to maintain a substantial absence of mutual coupling between the first and second magnetic fields.

Implant current controlled battery charging based on temperature

A method for wirelessly charging a battery in an implantable medical device including the steps of: providing a receiver in the implantable medical device and providing a temperature sensor in the implantable medical device. The method also includes receiving, via the receiver, a wireless power signal from an external charger and converting the wireless power signal into a battery charge signal including power for recharging the battery. The method yet also includes sensing a temperature of the implantable medical device with the temperature sensor. The method further includes changing a current of the battery charge signal from a first non-zero current to a second non-zero current that is different from the first non-zero current. Changing of the current of the battery charge signal is based on the temperature sensed by the temperature sensor.

CHARGER

The disclosure provides a charger including a base and a charging circuit. The base includes a coupling portion for detachably coupling with one of multiple supporting stands. Each of the supporting stands has a supporting container with different standards. The coupling portion has a coupling surface. The coupling surface is used for supporting one of the supporting stands. The charging circuit is disposed in the base and the charging circuit has a first electrical connector. The first electrical connector protrudes from the coupling surface. When the coupling portion is coupled with the supporting stand, a portion of the first electrical connector is disposed in the supporting container. 1. A charger , comprising:a base comprising a coupling portion for detachably coupling with one of a plurality of supporting stands, each of the supporting stands having a supporting container with different standards, the coupling portion having a coupling surface, the coupling surface being used for supporting one of the supporting stands; anda charging circuit disposed in the base and the charging circuit having a first electrical connector, wherein the first electrical connector protrudes from the coupling surface, and when the coupling portion is coupled with one of the supporting stand, a portion of the first electrical connector is disposed in the supporting container.2. The charger as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the coupling portion comprises two fastening pieces disposed on two opposite sides of the coupling surface claim 1 , the supporting stand comprises two fastening indentations disposed on two opposite sides of the supporting stand claim 1 , the two fastening pieces are used for being fastened with the two fastening indentations correspondingly such that the supporting stand is detachably fastened on the base claim 1 , and the portion of the first electrical connector is disposed in the supporting container.3. The charger as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the base ...

Power Receiving Device Having Device Discovery and Power Transfer Capabilities

A wireless power transfer system is disclosed that includes a power station and a chargeable device. The power station transmits discovery beacons in order to detect a chargeable device within its vicinity using any available communication protocols and/or standards. Once a device is discovered, the power station can perform coil selection with the device in order to select preferred coils for power transfer. In addition, the chargeable device is capable of detecting the beacon signal and providing a response to notify the power station of its presence. The chargeable device is capable of performing its own coil selection for further optimization and includes various assistance functionality to aid a user in optimizing a connection with the power station.

Power source apparatus for vehicle

A power source apparatus mounted to a vehicle is equipped with a lead-acid battery and a lithium battery. An open circuit voltage and an internal resistance of each of the batteries are determined to satisfy the following conditions (a1), (a2), and (a3): (a1) In the use range of SOC of the lead-acid battery and the use range of SOC of the lithium battery, there is an equal voltage point Vds at which the open circuit voltage V0 (Pb) of the lead-acid battery becomes equal to the open circuit voltage V0 (Li) of the lithium battery; (a2) The relationship of V0 (Li)>V0 (Pb) is satisfied in the upper limit side of the use range of SOC of the battery; and (a3) A terminal voltage Vc (Li) of the lithium battery is not more than a set voltage Vreg of a regulator when a maximum current flows in the lithium battery.

Universal Charger

A universal charger includes a portable charger housing, an universal charging arrangement, and an energy input device. The universal charging arrangement includes a charging circuitry for managing electricity charging of the rechargeable battery, and a plurality of charging terminals movably provided in the battery compartment of the portable charging housing, wherein the charging terminals are adapted to move in the battery compartment to accurately and adjustably align with the battery terminals of the rechargeable battery. The energy input device is electrically connected with the charging circuitry, which is capable of charging a wide variety of electronic devices by acquiring power through a convention USB port. 1. A universal charger for at least one rechargeable battery having a plurality of battery terminals , comprising:a portable charger housing having a receiving cavity and a battery compartment for fittingly receiving said rechargeable battery;an universal charging arrangement, which comprises:a charging circuitry which comprises:a charger control module adapted to detect a charging voltage of said rechargeable battery and determine a reference charging voltage corresponding to said charging voltage of said rechargeable battery without manual selection; anda battery charging module electrically connecting to said charger control module, and is adapted to directly acquire electricity from a USB electrical supply having an approximately 5V voltage output to optimally recharge said rechargeable battery having a charging voltage detected by said charger control module and in a range between approximately 3.6V and approximately 8.4V, wherein said battery charging module does not electrically connect to an AC power source;a plurality of charging terminals movably provided in said battery compartment of said portable charging housing, wherein said charging terminals are adapted to move in said battery compartment to accurately and adjustably align with said ...

Sealed package and method of forming same

Various embodiments of a hermetically-sealed package and a method of forming such package are disclosed. The package includes a housing that extends along a housing axis between a first end and a second end, where the housing includes first and second opaque portions and a transparent portion disposed between the first and second opaque portions. The first opaque portion is hermetically sealed to a first end of the transparent portion and the second opaque portion is hermetically sealed to a second end of the transparent portion. At least one of the first and second opaque portions is hermetically sealed to the transparent portion by a weld ring. The package further includes a power source disposed within the housing, and an inductive coil disposed at least partially within the transparent portion of the housing and electrically connected to the power source.

Wireless charging device

A wireless charging device comprising a base assembly having at least one first base terminal for input of electrical power and at least one second base terminal placed on a second base terminal housing of the base assembly for output of the electrical power and a head assembly detachably attached to the base assembly, the head assembly having at least one head terminal for input of the electrical power, at least one transmitter coil for transmitting the electrical power through inductive coupling to a receiver coil of a receiver mounted on at least one mobile device, the at least one mobile device detachably placed on a head cover of the head assembly, a magnet for facilitating attachment of the at least one mobile device to the head cover wherein the head assembly is attachable to a plurality of said base assemblies.

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

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 ...

Matrix-type flexible charging pile and a charging method capable of dynamically allocating power

A matrix-type flexible charging pile and a charging method capable of dynamically allocating power are disclosed in the present invention, and the method comprises the steps of: S1, connecting each charging terminal to a corresponding electric vehicle; S2, receiving a charging power demand of the electric vehicle and comparing the charging power demand; S3, calculating the number of charging modules required to be additionally allocated to the present DC-bus and delivering it to a matrix controller; and S4, allocating the required number of charging modules in a dynamic power region to the corresponding DC bus and switching the module communication line to a corresponding communication bus synchronously. The implementation of the charging method capable of dynamically allocating power can satisfy the electric vehicle charging demands for different energy storage capacities and different charging rates, as well as improve the conversion efficiency and the utilization rate of the charging device further.

Control system for controlling an electric energy system of a vehicle

The invention relates to a control system for controlling an electric energy system (1) for propulsion of a vehicle (100), wherein the electric energy system comprises:a traction voltage bus (2);a plurality of batteries (3′, 3″) electrically connectable to each other via the traction voltage bus (2), and wherein each battery is electrically connectable to the traction voltage bus by at least one contactor (A, B); wherein the control system comprises a respective battery control unit (BMU1, BMU2) for each one of the plurality of batteries, wherein the control system further comprises:a master electronic control unit (MECU) for controlling the plurality of batteries, wherein the master electronic control unit (MECU) is communicatively connected to each one of the battery control units (BMU1, BMU2), and wherein the master electronic control unit (MECU) is configured to provide a predefined electric interference to the traction voltage bus (2) after a signal to open the at least one contactor (A, B) of each battery (3′, 3″) has been provided, and wherein each battery control unit (BMU1, BMU2) is configured to detect the predefined electric interference, and when the predefined electric interference is detected by at least one of the battery control units (BMU1, BMU2), the at least one battery control unit (BMU1, BMU2) is further configured to issue a signal indicative of that the predefined electric interference was detected. The invention further relates to an electric energy system (1), a method and a vehicle (100).

Apparatus for mining battery characteristic data having sensitivity to volume fraction of active material of battery electrode and method thereof

Disclosed is an apparatus and method for mining battery characteristic data, which calculates a particle surface concentration (c se,i ) of lithium from a first state space model derived from a Pade approximation equation of a transcendental transfer function, calculates a change ratio ⁢ ∂ c se , i ∂ ? ⁢ ( t ) ? ⁢ indicates text missing or illegible when filed of the particle surface concentration to the change in the active material volume fraction from a second state space model derived by the partial derivative of the Pade approximation equation, calculates a change ratio ⁢ ∂ η i ⁡ ( t ) ∂ ɛ ⁢ ? ? ⁢ indicates text missing or illegible when filed of over-potential to the change in the active material volume fraction from the Butler-Vollmer equation, calculates a potential slope ∂ U i ∂ c se , i corresponding to the particle surface concentration by using an open circuit potential function, and stores voltage-current data in which the sensitivity of the battery voltage to the active material volume fraction of the electrode calculated from ∂ U i ∂ c se , i , ∂ c se , i ∂ ɛ s , i ⁢ ( t ) ⁢ ⁢ and ⁢ ⁢ ∂ η i ⁡ ( t ) ∂ ɛ s , i is greater than or equal to a threshold as mined characteristic data.

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING HIGH-SPEED CHARGING AND AUDIO SIGNAL TRANSMISSION/RECEPTION FUNCTIONS

An electronic apparatus according to various embodiments comprises: a receptacle including a plurality of GND pins, a first CC pin, and a second CC pin and to which a first USB-type plug is insertable; and at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor is configured to: determine whether an external apparatus is connected and the external apparatus supports high-speed charging, by using at least one of the first CC pin and the second CC pin; determine whether the external apparatus supports an audio signal output, by using at least one of the plurality of GND pins, when the external apparatus is determined to support the high-speed charging; and transmit and receive at least one of data or electricity to and from the external apparatus, on the basis of whether the external apparatus supports the high-speed charging and the audio signal output. In addition, other embodiments are possible. 1. An electronic apparatus comprising:a receptacle comprising a plurality of GND pins, a first CC pin, and a second CC pin, wherein a plug having a first USB type is insertable into the receptacle; andat least one processor,wherein the at least one processor is configured to:determine whether an external device has been connected and whether the external device supports high-speed charging by using at least one of the first CC pin and the second CC pin,determine whether the external device supports audio signal output by using at least one of the plurality of GND pins based on the determination that the external device supports high-speed charging, andtransmit and receive at least one of data or power to and from the external device based on whether the external device supports high-speed charging and supports audio signal output.2. The electronic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at east one processor is configured to:identify whether a radio frequency (RF) signal is received from the external device by using at least one of the plurality of GND pins, andtransmit and ...

Power metering and control system adaptable to multi-standard device

Apparatus for powering a smart load capable of receiving power at a first power-reception level and a second power-reception level greater than the first power-reception level includes a solar panel and a connector operably coupled to the solar panel. A monitoring device is configured to monitor a power-reception level of the smart load when the smart load is coupled to the connector. The apparatus includes an interrupting device configured to interrupt power flow to the smart load based on a determination that the smart load is receiving power at the first power-reception level. The smart load receives power at the second power-reception level in response to the interruption.

Coupled-coil power control for inductive power transfer systems

An inductive power transfer device including: a resonant circuit, having a power transfer coil and a power transfer capacitor; a coupling coil, magnetically-coupled to the power transfer coil; a variable impedance; and a controller configured to determine the impedance value of the variable impedance based on predetermined criteria including: substantially regulating power provided to a load; tuning the resonant circuit resonant frequency substantially to a predetermined frequency; adjusting a frequency of a magnetic field associated with the power transfer coil; and/or adjusting an impedance reflected by the power transfer coil to a corresponding coupled power transfer coil.

Universal Weather-Proofed Multi-Port Device Charger for Use with Various Power Sources

A universal charging device is disclosed. The device is configured to enable a user to charge a wide variety of mobile, battery-powered devices directly from any motor vehicle or electric vehicle battery. The device is equipped with at least one output having one or more of a variety of conventional male device charging adaptors such as micro-USB and Apple™ Lightning™ connectors. A modular input equipped with alligator clips is configured to connect to the battery terminals of the automotive battery. A small, water proof and impact-resistant body houses electric components providing for the automatic conversion of DC power of varying voltages and amperage discharge rates to the requisite low amp, low voltage supply of power to the at least one output to charge at least one mobile device safely with ease. 1. A modular charging device for portable electronic devices comprising:at least one output;a modular input;a body; anda D/C to D/C converter housed within said body.2. The modular charging device of claim 1 , wherein said modular input is equipped with alligator clips; andwherein said alligator clips are configured to convey power from a vehicle battery to said modular input.3. The modular charging device of claim 2 , wherein said at least one output is equipped with at least one male charging connector.4. The modular charging device of claim 3 , wherein said at least one male charging connector is at least one of the following ports: USB-A Micro claim 3 , USB-B Mini claim 3 , USB claim 3 , USB 3.0 micro claim 3 , USB-C claim 3 , USB nano claim 3 , Apple™ Lightning™ connector claim 3 , and Apple™ 30 pin dock connectors.5. The modular charging device of claim 1 , wherein said body is disposed in-line at least one cable configured to convey power from said modular input to said at least one output.6. A method of charging a portable device via a vehicle battery comprising:affixing at least one alligator clip to the terminals of the vehicle battery;connecting at least ...

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

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 ...

Charging Method and Device

A charging method includes obtaining, by a charging device, a working status of a sensitive component in a terminal device, where the sensitive component interferes with a process in which the charging device charges the terminal device at a sensitive frequency, and the sensitive frequency is within a range of a charging frequency band of the charging device, determining, by the charging device, a safe charging parameter when the working status is an enabled state, where the safe charging parameter includes at least one of a safe charging frequency, a safe charging current, or a safe charging voltage, and charging, by the charging device, the terminal device using the safe charging parameter, where the sensitive component operates in a normal state when the wireless charging device charges the terminal device using the safe charging parameter. 120.-. (canceled)21. A charging method applied to a terminal device , wherein the charging method comprises:obtaining, by a sensitive component of the terminal device, a working status of the sensitive component, wherein the sensitive component interferes with a process in which a charging device charges the terminal device at a sensitive frequency, and wherein the sensitive frequency is within a range of a charging frequency band of the charging device;writing, by the sensitive component, the working status into a node file;sending, by the sensitive component, the working status to a charging system of the terminal device;obtaining, by the charging system, the working status from the node file;determining, by the charging system, a safe charging parameter when the working status is an enabled state, wherein the safe charging parameter comprises at least one of a safe charging frequency, a safe charging current, or a safe charging voltage; andsending, by the charging system, the safe charging parameter to the charging device to enable the charging device to charge the terminal device using the safe charging parameter, wherein ...

CHARGING METHOD AND CHARGER

A charging method includes obtaining a working state of a present power adapter connected to a charger through a physical interface, in response to the working state of the present power adapter being an overcurrent protection state, continuing to supply power to a charging control circuit of the charger through a backup power of the charger, and reducing, via the charging control circuit, a present current output by the charger until the working state of the present power adapter returns to normal. 1. A charging method comprising:obtaining a working state of a present power adapter connected to a charger through a physical interface;in response to the working state of the present power adapter being an overcurrent protection state, continuing to supply power to a charging control circuit of the charger through a backup power of the charger; andreducing, via the charging control circuit, a present current output by the charger until the working state of the present power adapter returns to normal.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining the working state of the present power adapter includes:obtaining an output voltage output by the present power adapter to the charger; anddetermining the working state of the present power adapter according to the output voltage.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein determining the working state of the present power adapter according to the output voltage includes:in response to the output voltage being reduced to zero, determining that the present power adapter is in the overcurrent protection state.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining the working state of the present power adapter includes:obtaining a signal transmitted by the present power adapter, the signal including working state information of the present power adapter.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:obtaining a rated charging current of the battery; andsetting the rated charging current of the battery as an initial charging current of the battery.6. ...

CHARGING DEVICE, TERMINAL, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING CHARGING

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 ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROTECTING WIRELESS POWER RECEIVER FROM EXCESSIVE CHARGING TEMPERATURE

An apparatus and a method for are provided for a wireless power receiver. The method includes receiving power from a wireless power transmitter; converting the power in an alternating current (AC) form into a direct current (DC) form and providing the converted power to a battery of the electronic device; measuring a temperature of a point in the wireless power receiver during reception of the wireless power; maintaining an amount of the converted power at a first level if the temperature is lower than a first temperature; decreasing the amount of the converted power to a second level which is lower than the first level if the amount of the converted power is at the first level and the temperature is higher than or equal to the first temperature; stopping providing the converted power to the battery if the temperature is higher than a second temperature; and transmitting, to the wireless power transmitter, a signal including status information of the wireless power receiver device and control information to control the wireless power transmitter. 113-. (canceled)14. An electronic device including a wireless power receiver , the electronic device comprising:a power receiving circuitry configured to wirelessly receive power from a wireless power transmitter;a power converting circuitry configured to convert the received power in an alternating current (AC) form into a direct current (DC) form;a power management circuitry configured to provide the converted power to a battery of the electronic device;a temperature measurement unit configured to measure a temperature of a point in the electronic device;a communication unit; anda controller configured to:control the power management circuitry to maintain an amount of the converted power at a first level if the temperature measured by the temperature measurement unit is lower than a first temperature,control the power management circuitry to decrease the amount of the converted power to a second level which is lower than ...

Wireless charging apparatus and method

Methods and apparatus for wireless charging are provided. Transmission power transmitted from a wireless power transmitter is received at a power receiver of a wireless power receiver. A battery of the wireless power receiver is charged with the received transmission power. It is determined whether the battery is fully charged. A packet from a communication unit of the wireless power receiver is transmitted to the wireless power transmitter when the battery is fully charged. An auxiliary charge of the battery is performed by receiving strength-reduced transmission power from the wireless power transmitter.

Wireless power receiver and controlling method thereof

A method for controlling an electronic device including a charging circuit is provided. The method includes receiving power wirelessly from a power transmitting device; rectifying the received power; based on a voltage of the rectified power being greater than or equal to an allowable voltage of the charging circuit, controlling to convert the rectified power through a converting circuit of the electronic device and to output the converted power to the charging circuit for charging a battery of the electronic device, wherein the allowable voltage relates to a maximum voltage or a preferable voltage to be applied to the charging circuit; and based on the voltage of the rectified power being less than the allowable voltage of the charging circuit, controlling to stop converting the rectified power and to output the rectified power to the charging circuit by connecting the rectifying circuit to the charging circuit.

System and method for balancing battery cell charge in battery array for electrified machine

A system for balancing battery cell charge in a battery array for an electrified machine is provided. The battery array includes a plurality of individual battery cells, or groups of battery cells. A plurality of cell monitors are in communication with the individual battery cells, or groups of battery cells, with the plurality of cell monitors being powered by the individual battery cells, or groups of battery cells. A battery controller of the system receives information about the individual battery cells, or groups of battery cells, from the plurality of cell monitors. The information traverses the plurality of cell monitors in a first pattern to the battery controller and, after a predetermined period of time or occurrence of a predetermined event, the information traverses the plurality of cell monitors in a second pattern that is different than the first pattern to the battery controller.

Patient monitoring systems and messages that send alerts to patients

A system for is provided for using telemetry data based on patient habit information or patient monitoring. One or more patient monitoring devices has a unique patient ID. The one or more monitoring devices acquire patient information selected from of at least one of, a patient's activities, behaviors and habit information, and patient monitoring. ID circuitry is at the patient monitoring device. The ID circuitry includes ID storage, a communication system that reads and transmits the unique ID from an ID storage, a power source and a pathway system to route signals through the circuitry. An alarm is at the patient monitoring device that provides an alert only when the patient is in a wake-state. A telemetry system is in communication with the patient monitoring device. The telemetry system includes a database of patient ID's.