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Cord reel variable current thermal management and damage detection

US10906417B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 2019
Grant dateFeb 2, 2021
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T90/14
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A battery charging assembly includes a load management system, a charging cord with a battery connector, and circuitry for detecting thermal buildup. The load management system monitors the heat buildup in a coiled portion of the charging cord and issues a corresponding signal to control the current flowing through the cord.

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