Method and system for automated vehicle charging
US10685455B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 1, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 16, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T90/14
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for facilitating automated vehicle charging, which can include one or more of: detecting a charge port cover, determining a cover actuation point, opening the cover, locating a charging connector of the vehicle, locating electrical pins of the charging connector, connecting to the vehicle, and/or disconnecting from the vehicle. A system for facilitating automated vehicle charging, which can include one or more connectors, sensors, and/or actuators. The system is preferably configured to perform the method (e.g., in the presence of an electric vehicle).
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