Electrical system and automotive drive system having an...

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2008-10-23

2011-11-15

Barnie, Rexford (Department: 2836)

Electrical transmission or interconnection systems

Vehicle mounted systems

Automobile

Reexamination Certificate

active

08058744

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods are provided for an on-demand boost converter for use in a vehicle. An automotive drive system comprises a boost converter having an input node, a first output node associated with a first boost leg, and a second output node associated with a second boost leg. A fuel cell is coupled to the input node of the boost converter and a battery is coupled to the first output node. An inverter module is coupled to the second output node, and a vehicle traction drive unit is coupled the inverter module. A first switch is coupled between the second output node and the first output node, wherein the battery provides energy to the second output node when the first switch is closed.

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Chinese Office Action dated Jul. 11, 2011 for Chinese Patent Application No. 200910207300.6.

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