System and method for controlling battery power based on predicted battery energy usage
US9114806B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 22, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S903/93
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for controlling battery power in a hybrid vehicle for a given driver demand that balances battery state of charge and battery capacity limits while operating the engine at a system efficient engine power. Predictive information may be used to predict battery energy usage during a future time window that indicates a charging opportunity (excess power will be absorbed by the battery) or a boosting opportunity (battery power will be discharged). Based on this information and the current state of charge of the battery, an associated battery power for a given driver demand is determined.
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