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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 03, 2018
Filed:
May. 15, 2013
Volvo Truck Corporation, Göteborg, SE;
Jonas Storm, Hisings Backa, SE;
Volvo Truck Corporation, Göteborg, SE;
Abstract
A method is provided for controlling charging of an energy storage system in a vehicle including an electric machine which is arranged for propulsion of the vehicle. The method includes initiating the charging upon connection of the energy storage system to an external power supply via connector elements; and transmitting, between the vehicle and the external power supply, a control signal including data related to the charging by a wireless transmission link. The method furthermore includes evaluating whether the control signal is received; and terminating the charging in the event that the control signal is not received. An arrangement for controlling charging of an energy storage system is also provided.