Method and apparatus for identifying types of energy sources used to charge a battery
US8581550B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 10, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J2207/40
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for identifying different types of energy sources used to charge a battery by receiving energy from at least one of the different types of energy sources at input terminals, identifying the type of energy source, and selecting a mode for charging the battery based on the type of energy source identified. A method and apparatus for protecting against certain energy sources used to charge a battery is also disclosed.
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