Ford, which is on the road to electrification, is in pursuit of a new technology. The brand filed new patent applications this week. When we look at the applications, we can say that the battery life in electric cars will double. Here are the details about the Ford ceiling battery patent…
New patent: Ford roof battery for electric cars!
Ford, which is on the market with the fully electric F-150 Lighting, E-Transit and Mustang Mach-E models, has applied for a new patent. The first question that comes to mind when looking at the content of the application is “How could the Turkish masters not think of this?” it happened. Ford plans to produce a backup battery that can be mounted on the roof of electric cars.
Firstly Lightning Owners on the forum When the patent application noticed by a user is examined, there is a technology that seems quite simple in practice. Consider a backup battery similar to the roof rack structure mounted on the roof of vehicles. However, a charging cable protrudes from the back of the box, making it look like a spare battery used to charge a smartphone. It’s like a powerbank for electric cars.
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However, although the patent seems very logical at first, it is a bit scary when other factors are considered. Safety first. The batteries under the cars have been made safe as a result of long studies. Also in certain enclosures inside the vehicle. But how safe is it to carry a battery on the roof of the vehicle? Especially somersaults etc. in accident situations.
Ford did not make an official statement regarding the patent. However, when we look at the features included in the patent, it is seen that this battery will have its own protection case. Also, battery overheating etc. Various air ducts are also located in the enclosure to prevent
Patent photos of the battery include a Ford Bronco. The Bronco is an off-road vehicle and is used for off-roading in heavy terrain conditions. But how advantageous can it be to install a really heavy Lithium-ion battery on an off-road vehicle?
It is unclear whether the charging kit will be able to charge while the vehicle is on the road. In other words, it is not entirely clear whether it will enable you to continue on the road without interruption. However, this new battery kit will be very useful if you do not have an electric car charging station infrastructure on your route or at your destination.
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