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Charging stations for electric vehicles

US8324858B2 · kind B2 · utility

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27Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 1, 2009
Grant dateDec 4, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 31, 2030

Classification

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

Abstract

The invention relates to systems and methods for charging a vehicle. A vehicle and charging station can be designed such that an electric or hybrid vehicle can operate in a fashion similar to a conventional vehicle by being opportunity charged throughout a known route.

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