Low voltage power distribution unit for autonomous vehicle
US12311780B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 10, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2044 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2710/242
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
According to one aspect, an autonomous vehicle includes hardware systems which receive relatively low voltage from a low voltage power distribution unit (LVPDU). An LVPDU includes a power source such as a DC-DC converter and a plurality of backup batteries. The plurality of backup batteries is configured to provide backup power to subsets of components arranged to effectively all be powered by the power source onboard the LVPDU. The backup batteries may be tested, substantially while LVPDU is being used to provide power. The backup batteries may be charged substantially in parallel.
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