According to the invention there is provided a method for characterizing an electrical connection between an energy storage device of an electrical or hybrid vehicle and an external power supply, the method comprising the steps of: in the vehicle, receiving an alternating waveform from the power supply; determining a fundamental frequency of the waveform; determining if the waveform is distorted; and if it is determined that the waveform is distorted, determining if the distortion is an indication of a loose connection between the vehicle and the power supply. There is further provided a charging system for characterizing an electrical connection between an energy storage device of an electrical or hybrid vehicle and an external power supply.
Loose plug detection
Erkennung eines losen Steckers
Détection de prise desserrée
20.01.2016
Patent
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch