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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 22, 2015
Filed:
Dec. 13, 2012
Schneider Electric Usa, Inc., Palatine, IL (US);
Karla Morena Guajardo Gonzalez, Nuevo Leon, MX;
Marcela Verónica Arizpe Rodriguez, Nuevo Leon, MX;
Pablo Alejandro del Angel Marrufo, Nuevo Leon, MX;
Jose Filiberto Escamilla Cañedo, Nuevo Leon, MX;
Vladimir Cano Rodriguez, Nuevo Leon, MX;
Gerardo Rodriguez Najera, Nuevo Leon, MX;
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC USA, INC., Palatine, IL (US);
Abstract
An EVCS equipped with an accelerometer to detect seismic events. Upon sensing a catastrophic environmental event, the EVCS is automatically disconnected from the main utility power source. A controller powered by a backup or alternate power source inside the EVCS monitors the seismic activity, and upon sensing the seismic event is over, the EVCS automatically performs a startup check. If utility power is present and the self-check passes, the EVCS resets and provides power from the main utility to the charging connector. If the EVCS is operable but utility power is unavailable, the EVCS switches to a generator or a UPS. The EVCS can provide multiple power outlets, including USB outlets, and emergency lighting. The EVCS can also be retrofitted or constructed with a communications interface for communicating status and operational information following a seismic event.