Automatic, hands-free conductive charging system for electric vehicle applications
US11007889B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 22, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 18, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T90/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automated charging system for a vehicle includes a telescoping mechanism configured to move a charge connector in a vertical direction. The charging system includes a rack and pinion mechanism that is configured to move the telescoping mechanism. The charging system is configured to translate horizontal motion of the rack to vertical motion of the telescoping mechanism.
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