Control system for a power outlet on a hybrid or electric vehicle
US11390168B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 16, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60L2240/443
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle includes an engine, an electric machine, a battery, accessory devices, an electrical outlet, an inverter, and a controller. The engine and the electric machine are each configured to propel the vehicle. The inverter is configured to deliver power from the battery or the electric machine to the accessory devices or the electrical outlet. The controller is programmed to adjust the power being delivered by the inverter to the electrical outlet based on a discharge power capacity of the battery, a power output capacity of the engine, a power output capacity of the electric machine, and the power being drawn from the inverter via the accessories.
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