Method and device for converting standalone EV charging stations into intelligent stations with remote communications connectivity and control
US10960782B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 7, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S30/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An adapter converts a dumb charger into a smart charger. A first input interface interconnects the adapter with a first charging connector of a charger. A second input interface interconnects the adapter with a second charging connector of an electric device. A wireless communications interface provides wireless connectivity to the adapter that is initiated responsive to connection of the first input interface with the first charging connector of the charger. Control circuitry interconnects the first input interface with the second input interface via a signaling connection for providing communications between the first input interface and the second input interface. The control circuitry further provides a power connection for selectively providing a charging signal from the first input interface to the second input interface responsive to commands received over the wireless communications interface and the signaling connection.
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