Automotive inductive charger with insertable magnetic core
US9409489B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T90/40
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A magnetic connector apparatus that charges an electric vehicle through contactless magnetic coupling. The magnetic connector apparatus includes an external charger, an inlet, and a magnetic connector. The inlet is connected to a rechargeable battery of the vehicle. The magnetic connector is connected to a power source of the external charger and is transferred to the vehicle to be inserted into the inlet.
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