Electric power conversion systems – Current conversion – Using semiconductor-type converter
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-06
2009-10-20
Han, Jessica (Department: 2838)
Electric power conversion systems
Current conversion
Using semiconductor-type converter
C363S017000, C323S282000, C323S352000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07606053
ABSTRACT:
A DC-to-DC converter is provided and generally configured for implementation with an electric motor drive system. In at least one embodiment, the DC-to-DC converter includes first and second capacitors, an inductor, and first and second switching devices. The DC-to-DC converter is bi-directional to facilitate voltage transfer therethrough. In at least another embodiment, the electric motor drive system comprises an energy storage device, a drive unit, an electric motor and a bi-directional DC-to-DC converter. The energy storage device includes a positive and a negative terminal. The drive unit includes a first and second terminal. The electric motor is in electrical communication with the drive unit.
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Chen Chingchi
Degner Michael
Sankaran Venkateswa
Brooks & Kushman P.C.
Ford Global Technologies LLC
Han Jessica
Kelley David B.
Pham Emily
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