SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENABLING FAST CHARGING OF AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE AT A CHARGING STATION

摘要

The present disclosure provides systems and methods for enabling fast charging of an electric vehicle at a charging station. In one embodiment, an electric vehicle in positioned in a given location for charging and/or discharging. A charging arm comprising a plurality of charging brushes is then positioned relative to the position of the electric vehicle. The plurality of charging brushes on the charging arm is positioned to contact a charging interface of the electric vehicle. The charging brushes are moved relative to the charging interface such that a portion of the charging brushes is removed as a result of the movement.

主权项

1. A charging interface for an electric vehicle, comprising:
an interface body; and an electrode coupled to the interface body, wherein the electrode includes a contact surface adapted to engage with charging brushes of a charging station to charge the electric vehicle, and wherein the contact surface includes a patterned texture.