Multiple function current-sharing charging system and method

Details Multiple function current-sharing charging system and method Multiple function current-sharing charging system and method

2010-05-07

2010-10-19

Tso, Edward (Department: 2858)

Electricity: battery or capacitor charging or discharging

Means to identify cell or battery type

C320S110000, C320S125000, C320S138000, C429S099000, C429S100000

Reexamination Certificate

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07816885

ABSTRACT:
Multiple function current-sharing charging systems and methods are provided. Where first and second rechargeable power supplies are connected to a charging system, a first charging current is provided to the first rechargeable power supply and a second charging current is provided to the second rechargeable power supply. Upon detection of a predetermined charge level of one of the rechargeable power supplies, a third charging current is provided to the first rechargeable power supply and a fourth charging current is provided to the second rechargeable power supply.

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