Rechargeable battery jump starting device with depleted or discharged battery pre-treatment system

Abstract

A rechargeable battery jump-start device with a discharged battery pretreatment system facilitates boosting the voltage of a discharged battery to jump-start a vehicle or equipment engine. The pretreatment increases the operating voltage to the discharged battery during the pretreatment process.

Description

[0001] Related applications

[0002] This PCT application claims priority to the following: PCT / US2018 / 051964, filed September 20, 2018; PCT / US18 / 51655, filed September 19, 2018; PCT / US18 / 50904, filed September 13, 2018; PCT / US18 / 49548, filed September 5, 2018; and PCT / US18 / 49548, filed July 17, 2018. US2018 / 042474; PCT / US2018 / 040919, filed July 5, 2018; PCT / US2018 / 035029, filed May 30, 2018; PCT / US2018 / 034902, filed May 29, 2018; U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 637,615, filed March 2, 2018; October 6, 2017 U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 569,355, filed October 6, 2017; U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 569,243, filed October 6, 2017; U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 568,967, filed October 6, 2017; U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 568,537, filed October 5, 2017; and U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 568,044, filed October 4, 2017. Please refer to the following U.S. Provisional Applications: No. 62 / 567,479, filed October 3, 2017; No. 62 / 562,713, filed September 25, 2017; No. 62 / 561,850, filed September 22, 2017; and No. 62 / 561,751, filed September 22, 2017, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This invention relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a depleted or discharged battery pretreatment system. For example, the rechargeable battery jump-start device is a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device configured for jump-starting automobiles, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, commercial equipment, trucks, buses, commercial trucks, front-end loaders, bulldozers, backhoe excavators, excavators, road rollers, forklifts, special commercial equipment, logging equipment, aircraft, jet aircraft, and other battery-powered vehicles and equipment. Background Technology

[0004] Currently, there are battery jump starters available for light applications such as jump-starting automobiles. These light jump starters have a power circuit that includes a battery cable capable of connecting to a depleted (i.e., weakly discharged) or discharged vehicle or equipment battery.

[0005] In addition, there are heavy-duty battery jumper starters that use conventional lead-acid batteries. These jumper starters are very heavy (e.g., hundreds of pounds) and large in size, requiring (e.g.) the use of a forklift to move them. Current heavy-duty battery jumper starters are not portable in any way.

[0006] Therefore, there is a need for a portable heavy-duty rechargeable battery jump starter with significantly reduced weight and size to replace conventional heavy-duty battery jump starters.

[0007] In addition, there is a need for a portable heavy-duty rechargeable battery jump-start device with detachable heavy-duty positive and negative cables.

[0008] Additionally, there is a need for a rechargeable battery jump starter with a main switch backlight system to help users observe the selectable position of the control switch, thereby allowing them to select a specific operating mode for the portable rechargeable battery jump starter in daylight, sunlight, low light, and darkness.

[0009] In addition, a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device is needed, which has a 12V operating mode and a 24V operating mode.

[0010] Additionally, a rechargeable battery jump-start device is needed, which has a dual-battery diode bridge or a reverse-charging diode module.

[0011] In addition, a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a step-charging system is needed.

[0012] Additionally, there is a need for a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a conductive frame, for example, a highly conductive rigid frame for conducting as much power as possible from the battery of the rechargeable battery jump-start device to the depleted or discharged battery being jump-charged.

[0013] In addition, there is a need for a rechargeable battery jump-start device that includes an improved battery assembly (e.g., a lithium-ion battery assembly).

[0014] In addition, there is a need for a heavy-duty rechargeable battery jump-start device with an improved depleted or discharged battery detection system.

[0015] Additionally, there is a need for a rechargeable battery jump-start device with an improved depleted or discharged battery pretreatment system to facilitate jump-charging of depleted or discharged batteries or jump-starting of vehicles or equipment with depleted or discharged batteries.

[0016] The aforementioned desired features of the rechargeable battery jump-start device can be used or applied to the rechargeable battery jump-start device disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 9,007,015, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. U.S. Patent No. 9,007,015 generally relates to an apparatus for jump-starting a vehicle with a depleted or discharged battery. Prior art devices are known that either provide a pair of electrical connector cables for connecting a fully charged battery from another vehicle to the engine starting circuit of a vehicle with a depleted battery, or provide a portable booster device including a fully charged battery, which can be connected to the vehicle's engine starter circuit via a pair of cables.

[0017] Problems with the prior art arise when jumper terminals or cable clamps accidentally come into contact with each other while the other end is connected to a rechargeable battery, or when the positive and negative terminals are connected to opposite polarity terminals in the vehicle to be jumpered, resulting in short circuits, battery sparking and potential damage, and / or personal injury.

[0018] Several attempts have been made in the prior art to eliminate these problems. U.S. Patent No. 6,212,054, published April 3, 2001, discloses a polarity-sensitive battery booster pack that can detect correct and incorrect connections before providing a path for current flow. The device uses a set of LEDs connected to an optical coupler and oriented by control circuitry. The control circuitry controls an electromagnetic coil assembly that controls the path of the power supply current. The control circuitry only allows power supply current to flow through the electromagnetic coil assembly if the contacts of the booster cable clamp connector are correctly positioned.

[0019] U.S. Patent Nos. 6,632,103, published on October 14, 2003, discloses an adaptive boost converter cable. This cable connects two pairs of clips, each attached to one of two batteries, to transfer power from one battery to the other. The adaptive boost converter cable includes a polarity detection unit connected to each clip, a switching unit disposed between the two pairs of clips, and a current detection unit. After the polarity detection unit senses the polarity of each clip, the switching unit establishes an appropriate connection between the two batteries. Therefore, based on the detection result of the polarity detection unit, the positive and negative terminals of the two batteries are correctly connected.

[0020] U.S. Patent No. 8,493,021, published July 23, 2013, discloses a device that monitors the voltage of a vehicle battery to be jump-started and the current transmitted by the jumper battery to determine if a correct connection has been established and to provide fault monitoring. The system can only operate if the correct polarity is detected. Voltage monitoring identifies open circuits, disconnected conductive clips, shunt cable faults, and solenoid coil faults. Current through the shunt cable is monitored to determine if there is a risk of battery explosion and if there is an excessive current condition presenting an overheating state that could lead to a fire. The system includes an internal battery that supplies power to the vehicle battery to be jump-started. Once the vehicle is started, the device automatically disconnects the electrical connection from the vehicle battery.

[0021] U.S. Patent No. 5,189,359, published February 23, 1993, discloses a jumper cable device comprising two bridge rectifiers for generating a reference voltage, a four-input decoder for determining which terminals to connect based on a comparison of the voltage at each of the four terminals with the reference voltage, and a pair of relays for achieving the correct connection based on the decoder's determination. No connection will be made unless only one terminal of each battery has a voltage higher than the reference voltage, indicating the "positive" terminal, and one terminal has a voltage lower than the reference voltage, indicating the "negative" terminal; therefore, two high-voltage terminals or two low-voltage terminals can be connected. Current flows once the appropriate relay device is deactivated. The relay device is preferably a MOSFET combined with a series array of photodiodes, where the photodiode array generates the MOSFET gate closing potential when the decoder output causes the LED to illuminate.

[0022] U.S. Patent No. 5,795,182, published August 18, 1998, discloses a set of polarity-independent battery jumper cables for bridging a first battery to a second battery. The device includes a relative polarity detector for detecting whether the two batteries are cross-connected or parallel-connected. A three-position high-current-capacity lever pivot switch, responsive to the relative polarity detector, automatically connects the positive terminals of the two batteries together and the negative terminals together, regardless of whether the detected configuration is cross-connected or parallel. A current-delay detector and delay circuitry are also included to restore the device to its ready and unconnected states after disconnection from one of the batteries. The lever pivot switch includes two pairs of contacts and a pivot arm that rotates about two separation points to ensure full electrical contact between the contact pairs. This invention can also be used to manufacture battery chargers that can be connected to batteries regardless of battery polarity.

[0023] U.S. Patent No. 6,262,492, published on July 17, 2001, discloses an automotive battery jumper cable for accurately coupling a valid power source to a failed or uncharged battery. It includes a relay switching circuit connected to a power source and a battery via two current conductor pairs. First and second voltage polarity identification circuits are connected to the power source and battery respectively via their respective voltage conductor pairs to identify the polarity of the power source and battery. A logic identification circuit generates control signals based on the polarity of the power source and battery. A drive circuit controlled by the control signals from the logic identification circuit drives the relay switching circuit, enabling accurate coupling of the two poles of the power source to the two poles of the battery.

[0024] U.S. Patent No. 5,635,817, published June 3, 1997, discloses a vehicle battery charging device including a control housing with a cable including a current-limiting device to prevent a predetermined maximum charging current exceeding approximately 40 to 60 amperes. The control housing includes a polarity detection device for verifying that the polarity of the two battery terminal connections is correct, and for disconnecting the electrical connection between the two batteries if the polarity is incorrect.

[0025] U.S. Patent No. 8,199,024, published June 12, 2012, discloses a safety circuit in a low-voltage connection system that disconnects two low-voltage systems until it is determined that connecting them is safe. When the safety circuit determines that no unsafe condition exists and that connecting the two low-voltage systems is safe, it can connect the two systems via a “soft-start” that provides connection between the two systems for a period of time to reduce or prevent induced voltage spikes on one or more low-voltage systems. When one of the low-voltage systems has a fully discharged battery connected in parallel, a method is used to detect the appropriate polarity of the connection between the low-voltage systems. The polarity of the discharged battery is determined by passing one or more test currents through the discharged battery and determining whether a corresponding voltage rise is observed.

[0026] U.S. Patent No. 5,793,185, published on August 1, 1998, discloses a handheld jumper starter having control components and circuitry to prevent overcharging and improper connection to the battery.

[0027] While existing technologies attempt to address the aforementioned problems, as described above, each prior art solution has other drawbacks in terms of complexity, cost, or potential failures. Therefore, there is a need in the art for further improvements to vehicle jump-start devices. Summary of the Invention

[0028] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery jump-start device.

[0029] The subject matter described here pertains to a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0030] The subject matter described here pertains to an improved battery jump-start device.

[0031] The subject matter described here pertains to an improved portable rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0032] The subject matter described here pertains to a heavy-duty battery jump-start device.

[0033] The subject matter described here pertains to a heavy-duty portable rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0034] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0035] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0036] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame, the highly conductive frame being connected to or connectable to positive and negative battery cables.

[0037] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame, the highly conductive frame being connected to or electrically connected to positive and negative battery cables.

[0038] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of a rechargeable battery assembly comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0039] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of a rechargeable battery assembly comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame, the highly conductive frame being connected to or connectable to positive and negative battery cables.

[0040] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (“Li-ion”) connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0041] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (“Li-ion”) connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0042] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (“Li-ion”) connected to a high-conductivity frame or a high-current-capacity frame.

[0043] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of two or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0044] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of two or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0045] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising two or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0046] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of two or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a high-conductivity frame or a high-current-capacity frame.

[0047] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame that at least partially surrounds one or more batteries.

[0048] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive rigid frame configured to at least partially surround the one or more batteries.

[0049] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame configured to completely surround the one or more batteries.

[0050] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame configured to completely surround the one or more rechargeable batteries.

[0051] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame configured to at least partially surround the one or more rechargeable batteries.

[0052] The subject matter described herein relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame configured to at least partially surround the one or more rechargeable batteries. The subject matter described herein relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame configured to completely surround the one or more rechargeable batteries.

[0053] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable Li-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame configured to completely surround the one or more rechargeable batteries.

[0054] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive rigid frame.

[0055] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, the highly conductive rigid frame comprising one or more conductive frame members.

[0056] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame, the highly conductive frame comprising one or more conductive frame members.

[0057] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame, the highly conductive frame comprising one or more conductors, such as conductive metal plates, rods, strips and / or tubes.

[0058] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more rechargeable batteries connected to a highly conductive frame, the highly conductive frame comprising one or more conductors, such as conductive copper (Cu) plates, rods, strips and / or tubes.

[0059] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of one or more batteries connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, the highly conductive rigid frame comprising one or more rigid conductors, such as conductive copper (Cu) plates, rods, strips and / or tubes.

[0060] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive cam-locked electrical connection device.

[0061] The subject matter described here relates to a highly conductive cam-locked electrical connection device for use in battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices.

[0062] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive cam-locked electrical connection device combined with a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0063] The subject matter described here relates to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or consists of a male cam lock end that is detachably connected to a female cam lock end.

[0064] The subject matter described herein pertains to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together.

[0065] The subject matter described herein relates to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, wherein the connection arrangement is configured to tighten when the male cam lock end rotates within the female cam lock device.

[0066] The subject matter described herein pertains to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, comprising or consisting of: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material.

[0067] The subject matter described here relates to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, wherein the male cam lock end includes a pin with teeth, and the female cam lock end includes a socket with a slot, wherein the socket is configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end.

[0068] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, comprising or consisting of: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, wherein the male cam lock end includes a pin with teeth, and the female cam lock end includes a slotted socket configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end, wherein the socket of the female cam lock end is provided with internal threads for cooperating with the teeth of the male cam lock end.

[0069] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, comprising or consisting of: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, wherein the male cam lock end and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, wherein the male cam lock end includes a pin with teeth, and the female cam lock end includes a slotted socket configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end, wherein the socket of the female cam lock end is provided with internal threads for cooperating with the teeth of the male cam lock end, wherein the male cam lock end includes an end face portion, and the female cam lock end includes an end face portion, wherein the end face portions engage with each other when the cam lock connection device is fully tightened.

[0070] The subject matter described here relates to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, and further includes a rubber molded cover mounted above the male cam lock end and another rubber molded cover mounted above the female cam lock end.

[0071] The subject matter described here pertains to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, and further includes a rubber molded cap mounted above the male cam lock end and another rubber molded cap mounted above the female cam lock end, wherein the female cam lock end is provided with an external threaded portion and a nut for securing the rubber molded cap to the female cam lock end.

[0072] The subject matter described herein pertains to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, comprising or consisting of: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, further comprising a rubber molded cap mounted above the male cam lock end and another rubber molded cap mounted above the female cam lock end, wherein the male cam lock end is provided with one or more outwardly extending protrusions that cooperate with one or more inner slots in the rubber molded caps.

[0073] The subject matter described here relates to a highly conductive cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a highly conductive male cam lock end; a highly conductive female cam lock end; and a highly conductive connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electricity between them when coupled together, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, wherein the male cam lock end includes a pin with teeth, and the female cam lock end includes a socket with a slot, wherein the socket is configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end, wherein the slot is provided with an inner surface, the inner surface serving as a stop for the teeth of the pin of the female cam lock end.

[0074] The subject matter described herein pertains to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting power between them when coupled together, and also includes a cable connected to the male cam lock end.

[0075] The subject matter described herein pertains to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, comprising or consisting of: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting electrical power between them when coupled together, and further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end, wherein the cable is a battery cable.

[0076] The subject matter described herein pertains to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, comprising or consisting of: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting power between them when coupled together, and further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end, wherein the cable is a battery cable including a battery jump-start device, wherein the female cam lock end is connected to the battery jump-start device.

[0077] The subject matter described here relates to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting power between them when coupled together, and also includes a cable connected to the male cam lock end, wherein the cable is a battery cable, including a battery jump-start device, wherein the female cam lock end is connected to the battery jump-start device, wherein the battery jump-start device includes a high-conductivity rigid frame connected to one or more batteries, and wherein the female cam lock is connected to the high-conductivity frame.

[0078] The subject matter described here relates to a high-conductivity cam lock electrical connection device, which includes or comprises: a high-conductivity male cam lock end; a high-conductivity female cam lock end; and a high-conductivity connection arrangement between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock for conducting power between them when coupled together, and also includes a cable connected to the male cam lock end, said cable being a battery cable, including a battery bridging starter, wherein the female cam lock end is connected to the battery bridging starter, wherein the battery bridging starter includes a high-conductivity rigid frame connected to one or more batteries, and wherein the female cam lock is connected to the high-conductivity frame, wherein the battery bridging starter includes a positive battery cable with a positive battery clip connected to the high-conductivity rigid frame; and a negative battery cable with a negative battery clip connected to the high-conductivity rigid frame.

[0079] The subject matter described here pertains to an improved electronically controlled switch for use in electronic devices.

[0080] The subject matter described here pertains to an improved electronically controlled switch for use with battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices.

[0081] The subject matter described here relates to an improved electronically controlled switch in combination with a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0082] The subject matter described here pertains to an improved electronic switch having a backlit control knob.

[0083] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; and a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on.

[0084] The subject matter described here relates to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob having a light window; and a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, wherein the control knob includes a light-blocking opaque portion and a transparent or see-through portion configured to serve as the light window.

[0085] The subject matter described herein pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and a printed circuit board located behind the control knob, wherein the backlight is a light-emitting diode (LED) mounted on the printed circuit board.

[0086] The subject matter described herein pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and further includes an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted.

[0087] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, wherein the electronic device is a battery jump-start device.

[0088] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, wherein a bridging start device includes a cover; a battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to a highly conductive rigid frame.

[0089] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, wherein a bridging start device includes a cover; a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; a second 12V battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein the control switch extends through the cover, is electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the control knob is configured to selectively rotate between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode.

[0090] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; further comprising an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, wherein a bridging start device includes a cover; a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; a second 12V battery disposed within the cover; a highly conductive rigid frame connected to the first and second 12V batteries; a backlight LED for illuminating a transparent or see-through portion of the control knob, the backlight LED being mounted on a printed circuit board; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to the highly conductive rigid frame; and a printed circuit board disposed within the cover, wherein the control switch extends through the cover, is electrically connected to the highly conductive rigid frame, the control knob is configured to selectively rotate between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode.

[0091] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; and a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, wherein the system is configured to illuminate the backlight when the system is turned on.

[0092] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an interface disposed behind the control knob.

[0093] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an interface disposed behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a thin-film label.

[0094] The subject matter described herein pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an interface disposed behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a thin-film label, and wherein the interface includes one or more backlight indicators.

[0095] The subject matter described here relates to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; and a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, and further includes an interface disposed behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a thin film label, wherein the interface includes one or more backlight indicators, and wherein the one or more backlight indicators are configured to selectively display the voltage operating mode of the device.

[0096] The subject matter described here relates to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, which includes or comprises the following: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an interface disposed behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a thin-film label, wherein the interface includes one or more backlight indicators, and wherein the one or more backlight indicators are configured to variably display the real-time operating voltage of the device.

[0097] The subject matter described herein pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an interface disposed behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a thin-film label, wherein the interface includes one or more backlight indicators, and wherein the one or more backlight indicators are configured to illuminate when the device is turned on.

[0098] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; further comprising an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, wherein a bridging start device includes a cover; a battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable having a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable having a negative clamp connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein the battery is a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery.

[0099] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, wherein a bridging start device includes a cover; a battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein the battery is a Li-ion battery.

[0100] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, the electronic device being a battery cross-charging device including a cover; a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; a second 12V battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein the control switch extends through the cover, is electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the control knob is configured to selectively rotate between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode. The system also includes a highly conductive rigid frame electrically connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery, and the control switch, and configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode.

[0101] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; and an electronic device, on which the control switch is mounted, the electronic device being a battery jump-charging device comprising a cover; a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; a second 12V battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to... The device includes a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein a control switch extends through the cover and is electrically connected to a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery; a control knob is configured to selectively rotate between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position; and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode. The device also includes a highly conductive rigid frame electrically connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery, and the control switch, and configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode. An interface is also provided between the control knob and the cover of the device.

[0102] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronically controlled switch backlight system, comprising or consisting of: an electronically controlled switch having a control knob with a light window; and a backlight positioned behind the control knob for illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on; further comprising an electronic device on which the control switch is mounted, the electronic device being a battery jump-charging device including a cover; a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; a second 12V battery disposed within the cover; a positive cable with a positive clamp connected to the battery; and a negative cable with a negative clamp connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein the control switch extends through the cover and is electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery. The device includes a 2V battery, a control knob configured to selectively rotate between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, a control switch configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode, a highly conductive rigid frame electrically connected to a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, and a control switch, and configured to selectively operate the device in either a 12V or 24V mode, and an interface disposed between the control knob and the device's cover, wherein the interface includes a 12V backlight indicator and a 24V backlight indicator, and the device is configured to selectively turn on the 12V backlight indicator or the 24V backlight indicator when the 12V or 24V operating mode is selected by rotating the control knob of the control switch.

[0103] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; and a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights.

[0104] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and wherein the interface is provided with at least two visual indicators, each located at a different position, to indicate different operating modes of the device, the at least two visual indicators being configured to be selectively illuminated by one of the at least two backlights when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface.

[0105] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, wherein the interface is provided with at least two visual indicators, each located at a different position to indicate different operating modes of the device, the at least two visual indicators being configured to be selectively illuminated by one of the at least two backlights when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, and wherein the at least two visual indicators are respectively provided by at least two light windows located at different positions passing through the display, the at least two visual indicators being selectively illuminated by one of the at least two backlights when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface.

[0106] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, wherein the interface is provided with at least two visual indicators, each located at a different position. Position, to indicate different operating modes of the device, at least two visual indicators are configured to be selectively illuminated by one of at least two backlights when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of different positions on the interface, wherein the at least two visual indicators are respectively provided by at least two light windows passing through the display located at different positions, wherein the at least two visual indicators are selectively illuminated by one of at least two backlights when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of different positions on the interface, and wherein one of the at least two visual indicators is the symbol 12V for indicating the 12-volt operating mode of the device and the other of the at least two visual indicators is the symbol 24V for indicating the 24-volt operating mode of the device.

[0107] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronically controlled switch mounted on the interface, the electronically controlled switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronically controlled switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, wherein the interface includes a printed circuit board located on or near the back side of the interface, the interface having at least two lights located at different positions on the interface.

[0108] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronically controlled switch mounted on the interface, the electronically controlled switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronically controlled switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, wherein the interface includes a printed circuit board located on or near the back side of the interface, the interface having at least two lights located at different positions on the interface, and wherein the at least two backlights are at least two light-emitting diodes (LEDs) connected to the printed circuit board.

[0109] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronically controlled switch mounted on the interface, the electronically controlled switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronically controlled switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and wherein the control knob includes a light-shielding opaque portion, the light-shielding opaque portion having a transparent portion or a transparent portion configured to serve as a light window.

[0110] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and further comprising: a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; and a second 12V battery disposed within the cover. A highly conductive frame having a positive conductive path and a negative conductive path, selectively electrically connected to a first 12V battery and / or a second 12V battery when the device is bridging a battery to be charged; a positive battery cable having a positive battery clip connected to the positive conductive path of the highly conductive frame; and a negative battery cable having a negative battery clip connected to the negative conductive path of the highly conductive rigid frame, wherein a control switch is connected to the highly conductive frame to selectively operate the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery, and a control knob is configured to rotate between a 12V operating mode position and a 24V operating mode position to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode.

[0111] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; and a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and wherein the device is configured to illuminate one of the at least two backlights on the interface when the device is turned on.

[0112] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronically controlled switch mounted on the interface, the electronically controlled switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronically controlled switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and wherein the interface is configured to display the real-time operating voltage of the device during operation of the device.

[0113] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and further comprising: a first 12V battery disposed within the cover; a second 12V battery disposed within the cover; having a positive conductive path and a negative conductive path. The device includes a highly conductive frame for selectively connecting to a first 12V battery and / or a second 12V battery when the device is bridging a battery to be charged; a positive battery cable with a positive battery clip connected to the positive conductive path of the highly conductive frame; and a negative battery cable with a negative battery clip connected to the negative conductive path of the highly conductive rigid frame. A control switch is connected to the highly conductive frame to selectively operate the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery, and a control knob is configured to rotate between a 12V operating mode position and a 24V operating mode position to selectively operate the device in either 12V or 24V mode. The first and second 12V batteries are Li-ion batteries.

[0114] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronically controlled switch mounted on the interface, the electronically controlled switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; and a control knob mounted on the electronically controlled switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and wherein the control knob is made of an opaque material, and the light window is defined by a slot in the control knob filled with a light-transmitting material.

[0115] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronically controlled switch mounted on the interface, the electronically controlled switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronically controlled switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and wherein the control knob is made of an opaque material, and the light window is defined by a slot in the control knob filled with a light-transmitting material, wherein the control knob includes a circular outer edge, and wherein the slot is a radially oriented slot extending inward from the outer edge of the control knob.

[0116] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, wherein the control knob is made of an opaque material and the light window is defined by a slot in the control knob filled with a light-transmitting material, wherein the control knob includes a circular outer edge, wherein the slot is a radially oriented slot extending inward from the outer edge of the control knob, and wherein the control knob includes a finger-gripping protrusion, and wherein the slot extends along the length axis of the protrusion.

[0117] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: a cover; a power source disposed within the cover; an interface mounted on the cover; at least two backlights located at different positions on the interface, the backlights being selectively powered by the power source; an electronic switch mounted on the interface, the electronic switch being rotatable between different positions on the interface; a control knob mounted on the electronic switch, the control knob being rotatable between different positions on the interface, the control knob having a light window, wherein when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface, the light window of the control knob is illuminated by one of the at least two backlights, and further comprising an electrical switch located between the power source and the at least two backlights, the electrical switch being configured to illuminate one of the at least two backlights when the control knob is selectively rotated to one of the different positions on the interface.

[0118] The subject matter described here pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system for electronic devices.

[0119] The subject matter described here relates to an improved electro-optical position sensing switch system for use in battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable jump-start devices.

[0120] The subject matter described here relates to an improved electro-optical position sensing switch system in combination with a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable jump-start device.

[0121] The subject matter described here pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system, comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the electronically controlled switch; and an optocoupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optocoupler providing a signal to the microcontroller for indicating the position of the electronically controlled switch.

[0122] The subject matter described here pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system, comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the electronically controlled switch; and an optocoupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optocoupler providing a signal to the microcontroller for indicating the position of the electronically controlled switch; and an enable circuit configured to reduce parasitic current when the system is in an "off" state, wherein the circuit includes transistors that act as electrical switches when the system is in an "on" state.

[0123] The subject matter described here pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system, comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the electronically controlled switch; and an optocoupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optocoupler providing a signal to the microcontroller for indicating the position of the electronically controlled switch; and an enable circuit configured to reduce parasitic current when the system is in an "off" state, wherein the circuit includes a transistor that acts as an electrical switch when the system is in an "on" state, wherein the circuit is configured such that when the transistor is "on," current flows from the first battery to the second battery when the batteries are connected in parallel.

[0124] The subject matter described here pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system, comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the electronically controlled switch; and an optocoupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optocoupler providing a signal to the microcontroller for indicating the position of the electronically controlled switch; and an enable circuit configured to reduce parasitic current when the system is in an "off" state, wherein the circuit includes a transistor that acts as an electrical switch when the system is in an "on" state, wherein the circuit is configured such that when the transistor is "on," current flows from the first battery to the second battery when the batteries are connected in parallel, and wherein the circuit is configured such that no current flows from the first battery to the second battery when the batteries are connected in series.

[0125] The subject matter described herein pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system, comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the electronically controlled switch; and an optocoupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optocoupler providing a signal to the microcontroller to indicate the position of the electronically controlled switch, wherein the circuitry is configured such that, when current flows or no current flows, this allows the optocoupler to provide a signal to the microcontroller, thereby instructing the microcontroller on the position of the control switch.

[0126] The subject matter described here pertains to an electro-optical position sensing switch system, comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the electronically controlled switch; and an optocoupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optocoupler providing a signal to the microcontroller to indicate the position of the electronically controlled switch, wherein the circuitry is configured such that, when current flows or no current flows, this allows the optocoupler to provide a signal to the microcontroller, thereby indicating to the microcontroller which position the control switch is in, wherein the circuitry is configured such that an opposite signal is provided to the microcontroller as a separate input, allowing the microcontroller to determine when the control switch is in an “intermediate” position between a 12V position and a 24V position.

[0127] The subject matter described here pertains to an electronic device with a dual-cell diode bridging system.

[0128] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery bridging starter with a dual-cell diode bridging system.

[0129] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged.

[0130] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is the reverse charging diode module.

[0131] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse charging diode module, and wherein the reverse charging diode module includes a first diode channel for receiving current flow through the first 12V battery and a second diode channel for receiving current flow through the second 12V battery.

[0132] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, and also including a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery and the electronically controlled switch.

[0133] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, and further comprising a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery and the electronically controlled switch, wherein the conductive frame comprises a plurality of conductive frame members.

[0134] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse charging diode module, and wherein the reverse charging diode module includes a first diode channel for receiving current flow through the first 12V battery and a second diode channel for receiving current flow through the second 12V battery, and also includes a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery and the electronically controlled switch.

[0135] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse charging diode module, and wherein the reverse charging diode module includes a first diode channel for receiving current flow through the first 12V battery and a second diode channel for receiving current flow through the second 12V battery, and further includes a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery and the electronically controlled switch, wherein the conductive frame includes a plurality of conductive frame members.

[0136] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first and / or second 12V batteries after the vehicle batteries have already been jump-charged. The dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse-charging diode module, which includes a first diode channel for receiving current flowing through a first 12V battery and a second diode channel for receiving current flowing through a second 12V battery. It also includes a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery, and an electronically controlled switch. The conductive frame includes multiple conductive frame members. The reverse-charging diode module includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member, and a central frame member located between and spaced apart from the upper and lower frame members. The first diode channel is connected between the upper frame member and the central frame member, and the second diode channel is connected between the lower frame member and the central frame member.

[0137] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first and / or second 12V batteries after the vehicle batteries have been jump-charged, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge... The connector is a reverse charging diode module, wherein the reverse charging diode module includes a first diode channel for receiving current flowing through a first 12V battery and a second diode channel for receiving current flowing through a second 12V battery, and also includes a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery and an electronically controlled switch, wherein the conductive frame includes a plurality of conductive frame members, wherein the reverse charging diode module includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member and a central frame member located between and spaced apart from the upper frame member and the lower frame member, the first diode channel is connected between the upper frame member and the central frame member, the second diode channel is connected between the lower frame member and the central frame member, wherein the central frame member is connected to the positive battery cable.

[0138] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first and / or second 12V batteries after the vehicle batteries have been jump-charged, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse charging diode module, and wherein the reverse charging diode... The diode module includes a first diode channel for receiving current flowing through a first 12V battery and a second diode channel for receiving current flowing through a second 12V battery. It also includes a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery, and an electronically controlled switch. The conductive frame includes multiple conductive frame members. The reverse charging diode module includes an upper frame member, a lower frame member, and a central frame member located between and spaced apart from the upper and lower frame members. The first diode channel is connected between the upper frame member and the central frame member, and the second diode channel is connected between the lower frame member and the central frame member. The central frame member is connected to a positive battery cable and to a positive cam lock configured to releasably connect the positive battery cable to the positive cam lock.

[0139] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged; and also includes a smart switch connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the smart switch being configured to enable current flow from the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery only when it is detected that the positive and negative battery clips are correctly connected to the correct polarity battery terminals of the vehicle battery being jump-started.

[0140] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the negative terminal of the first 12V battery is permanently connected to the smart switch.

[0141] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the negative terminal of the first 12V battery is permanently connected to the smart switch, and wherein the negative terminal of the second 12V battery is selectively connected to the smart switch via the electronically controlled switch.

[0142] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the positive terminal of the second 12V battery is permanently connected to the reverse charging diode bridge.

[0143] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a reverse charging diode bridge connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the reverse charging diode module being configured to prevent reverse charging of the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery after the vehicle battery has been jump-charged, wherein the positive terminal of the second 12V battery is permanently connected to the reverse charging diode bridge, and wherein the positive terminal of the first 12V battery is selectively connected to the reverse charging diode bridge via the electronically controlled switch.

[0144] The subject matter described here pertains to a portable battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the highly conductive frame; and a dual-cell diode bridge connected to the highly conductive frame, the dual-cell diode bridge having two diode channels supporting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to prevent reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle.

[0145] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the highly conductive frame; and a dual-cell diode bridge connected to the highly conductive frame, the dual-cell diode bridge having two diode channels supporting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to prevent reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse-charging diode module.

[0146] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; a microcontroller electrically connected to the highly conductive frame; and a dual-cell diode bridge connected to the highly conductive frame, the dual-cell diode bridge having two diode channels supporting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to prevent reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle, wherein the reverse charging diode module includes an upper diode channel supporting current through the first 12V battery and a lower diode channel supporting current through the second 12V battery.

[0147] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a micro-type battery electrically connected to the highly conductive frame. A controller; and a dual-cell diode bridge connected to a high-conductivity frame, the dual-cell diode bridge having two diode channels supporting a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery to prevent reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle, wherein the reverse charging diode module includes an upper diode channel supporting current through the first 12V battery and a lower diode channel supporting current through the second 12V battery, wherein the upper diode channel and the lower diode channel are connected to a bar of the high-conductivity frame leading to the positive output of the battery jump-start device for combining current from the upper diode channel and the lower diode channel.

[0148] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electrically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electrically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; electrically connected to the highly conductive... A microcontroller for the electrical frame; and a dual-cell diode bridge connected to the high-conductivity frame, the dual-cell diode bridge having two diode channels supporting a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery to prevent reverse charging after bridging to start the vehicle, wherein the dual-cell diode bridge is a reverse-charging diode module, wherein the reverse-charging diode module includes an upper conductive strip electrically connected to the upper diode channel, a lower conductive strip electrically connected to the lower diode channel, and a central conductive strip located between the upper and lower conductive strips and electrically connected to both the upper and lower diode channels.

[0149] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0150] The subject matter described here relates to a portable battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to maintain the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery at approximately the same potential during the charging sequence.

[0151] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is operated to first charge either the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery, based on which has the lowest voltage or charge.

[0152] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to maintain the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery at approximately the same potential during the charging sequence, wherein the charger is operated to first charge either the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery, whichever has the lowest voltage or charge.

[0153] The subject matter described here relates to a portable battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery sequentially with fixed voltage increments.

[0154] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery sequentially with varying voltage increments.

[0155] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery sequentially with random voltage increments.

[0156] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in fixed voltage increments, wherein the charger is configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in 100 millivolt (mV) increments.

[0157] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is operated to first charge either the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery, whichever has the lowest voltage or charge, wherein the voltage charging increment is a portion or fraction of the total voltage and charge required to fully charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery.

[0158] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and further comprising a programmable microcontroller electrically connected to the charger for controlling the operation of the charger.

[0159] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and further including a peak voltage cutoff to prevent overcharging of the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0160] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or conductive frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery sequentially with varying voltage increments, wherein a programmable microcontroller is configured to provide a charging timeout.

[0161] The subject matter described here pertains to a step-by-step charging system and method for electronic devices.

[0162] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for use in battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices.

[0163] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a certain charging sequence.

[0164] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, wherein the charging sequence is an incremental charging sequence.

[0165] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a certain charging sequence, wherein the charging sequence is an incremental charging sequence, wherein the incremental charging sequence charges the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery in increments smaller than the total charging increment used to fully charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery.

[0166] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, wherein the charging sequence is a back-and-forth charging sequence between the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0167] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a certain charging sequence, wherein the charging sequence includes performing two or more consecutive charging operations on the same battery of the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, followed by the other battery.

[0168] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a certain charging sequence, wherein said sequence is a programming sequence.

[0169] The subject matter described herein relates to a step-by-step charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, wherein the charging sequence includes one or more charging pauses.

[0170] The subject matter described here relates to a step-charging system and method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, comprising or consisting of: selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a certain charging sequence, wherein the sequence is a programmed sequence, wherein the charging time increment, voltage increase and charging rate can be adjusted in the programmed sequence.

[0171] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a jump-start charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0172] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the step-by-step charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to maintain the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery at approximately the same potential during sequential charging of the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0173] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the step-by-step charger is operated to first charge either the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery, whichever has the lowest voltage or charge.

[0174] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the step-by-step charger is configured to sequentially and incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery with fixed voltage increments.

[0175] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the step-by-step charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery sequentially with varying voltage increments.

[0176] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the step-by-step charger is configured to incrementally charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery sequentially with random voltage increments.

[0177] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the step-by-step charger is configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in 100 millivolt (mV) increments.

[0178] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a jump-start charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the voltage charging increment is a portion or fraction of the total voltage charge required to fully charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery.

[0179] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a step-by-step charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and further comprising a programmable microcontroller electrically connected to the step-by-step charger for controlling the operation of the step-by-step charger.

[0180] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; a step-by-step charger connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first and second 12V batteries; and a programmable microcontroller electrically connected to the step-by-step charger for controlling the operation of the step-by-step charger, wherein the programmable microcontroller is configured to provide a charging timeout.

[0181] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; a jump-start charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and a peak voltage cutoff to prevent overcharging of the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0182] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a jump-start charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charging sequence is a back-and-forth charging sequence between the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0183] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a jump-start charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charging sequence is a back-and-forth charging sequence between the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and wherein the charging sequence includes two or more consecutive charges of the same battery in the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, after which the other battery is charged.

[0184] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; and a jump-start charger connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the charging sequence includes one or more charging pauses.

[0185] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a reverse charging diode system, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first and second 12V batteries in series; and a jump-start charger connected to the first and second 12V batteries, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first and second 12V batteries, wherein the charging time increment, voltage increase, and charging rate are all adjustable in a programmed sequence.

[0186] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive frame for use in electronic devices.

[0187] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive frame for use with battery components or a portion thereof in electronic devices.

[0188] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive frame for use in battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices.

[0189] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive frame for use with battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices.

[0190] The subject matter described here pertains to a highly conductive frame for use in battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices, for connecting a battery to positive and negative cables.

[0191] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery assembly that includes or consists of batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0192] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in battery jump-start devices (such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices) that includes or consists of batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0193] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0194] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, further comprising an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and an electronically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series.

[0195] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame is semi-rigid.

[0196] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame is rigid.

[0197] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame is a three-dimensional (3D) frame structure.

[0198] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame comprises a plurality of highly conductive frame members connected together.

[0199] The subject matter described herein relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame comprises a plurality of highly conductive frame members, wherein at least one conductive frame member comprises a through-hole.

[0200] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame includes a plurality of highly conductive frame members, wherein at least one conductive frame member includes at least one through-hole located at one or more ends of the at least one conductive frame member.

[0201] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame comprises a plurality of highly conductive frame members, wherein at least one of the plurality of highly conductive frame members includes at least one through hole, wherein the at least one through hole is located at one end of the highly conductive frame member, wherein adjacent highly conductive frame members are fastened together using highly conductive bolts and nuts.

[0202] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame comprises a plurality of highly conductive frame members, wherein at least one frame member is provided with at least one flat end having a through hole.

[0203] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame includes a plurality of highly conductive frame members, wherein at least one conductive frame member includes a through hole, and wherein at least one frame member is provided with an annular through hole at at least one end.

[0204] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump starter, such as a portable rechargeable jump starter, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein other electrical components of the portable jump starter are bolted to the highly conductive frame.

[0205] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, further comprising an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, wherein the control switch is bolted to the highly conductive frame.

[0206] The subject matter described here relates to a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, wherein the highly conductive frame comprises a plurality of highly conductive frame members, wherein the highly conductive frame members are made of a flat metal raw material.

[0207] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable.

[0208] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes conductive frame members connected together.

[0209] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes conductive frame members connected together, and wherein the conductive frame members are selected from one or more of conductive strips, plates, rods, and tubes.

[0210] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes conductive frame members connected together, and wherein the conductive frame members are flat conductive strips having one or more bends along the length of the conductive frame members.

[0211] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes conductive frame members connected together, and wherein the conductive frame members are located near the side of the rechargeable battery.

[0212] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes conductive frame members joined together, wherein the conductive frame members are located near the side of the rechargeable battery, and wherein the conductive frame at least partially surrounds the rechargeable battery.

[0213] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes conductive frame members joined together, and wherein each conductive frame member is provided with a through hole located at at least one end of the respective frame member for receiving fasteners for joining the conductive frame members together or connecting the respective frame members to electrical components.

[0214] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the positive conductive frame is connected to a positive cam lock for removably connecting the positive cable, and the negative conductive frame is connected to a negative cam lock for removably connecting the negative cable.

[0215] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the rechargeable battery is a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery.

[0216] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the rechargeable battery is a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery, and wherein both the positive and negative conductive strips are laterally oriented relative to the length of the one or more rechargeable battery cells.

[0217] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable, one end of which is connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable, one end of which is connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; and a positive electrode... A battery clip connected to the opposite end of a positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of a negative cable, wherein the rechargeable battery is a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery, wherein both the positive and negative conductive strips are laterally oriented relative to the length of the one or more rechargeable battery cells, and wherein the conductive strips are wider than the width of the one or more rechargeable battery cells and each protrudes from one side of the rechargeable battery assembly.

[0218] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, wherein the rechargeable battery is a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery, and wherein the positive and negative conductive strips each have through holes for connection with the conductive frame.

[0219] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable with one end connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable, further comprising a switch connected between the negative conductor strip and the negative cable for selectively electrically connecting the negative conductor strip to the negative cable during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0220] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery; a positive battery cable, one end of which is connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; a negative battery cable, one end of which is connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device; and a positive battery clamp. The device includes a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable. It also includes a switch connected between the negative conductor strip and the negative cable for selectively electrically connecting the negative conductor strip to the negative cable during operation of the rechargeable battery jump-start device. The switch is a smart switch designed to electrically connect the negative conductor strip to the negative cable only if it is detected that the positive and negative battery clips are correctly connected to the correct polarity terminals of the vehicle battery being jump-started (i.e., the positive battery clip is connected to the positive vehicle battery terminal and the negative battery clip is connected to the negative vehicle battery terminal).

[0221] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, the device comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a conductive frame including a positive conductive frame with one end connected to the positive terminal of the rechargeable battery assembly and a negative conductive frame with one end connected to the negative terminal of the rechargeable battery assembly; a positive cam lock connected to the opposite end of the positive conductive frame; a negative cam lock connected to the opposite end of the negative conductive frame; a positive battery cable with one end removably connected to the positive cam lock; a negative battery cable with one end removably connected to the negative cam lock; a positive battery clip connected to the opposite end of the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the opposite end of the negative cable.

[0222] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery assembly used in electronic devices.

[0223] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery assembly for use in electronic devices.

[0224] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery assembly for use in battery jump-start devices, such as portable rechargeable battery jump-start devices.

[0225] The subject matter described here pertains to a battery assembly combined with a battery jump-start device, such as a portable rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0226] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high conductivity member connected to the positive foil.

[0227] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the positive high-conductivity member and the negative high-conductivity member are both laterally oriented relative to the length of the positive foil and the negative foil, respectively.

[0228] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the positive high-conductivity member and the negative high-conductivity member are both laterally oriented relative to the length of the positive foil and the negative foil, respectively, wherein the high-conductivity member is wider than the positive foil and the negative foil, respectively.

[0229] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the high-conductivity member is oriented flush against the opposite ends of at least one battery cell.

[0230] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the high-conductivity member is provided with through holes for fastening the electronic device using bolts and nuts.

[0231] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the high-conductivity member is made of a plate or strip material.

[0232] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end; a positive electrode highly conductive member connected to the positive electrode foil; and a positive electrode highly conductive member connected to the positive electrode foil, wherein the positive electrode foil at least partially surrounds the positive electrode highly conductive member, and the negative electrode foil at least partially surrounds the negative electrode highly conductive member.

[0233] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the positive foil at least partially wraps around the positive high-conductivity member, and the negative foil at least partially wraps around the negative high-conductivity member, wherein the positive foil and the negative foil completely wrap around the positive high-conductivity member and the negative high-conductivity member, respectively.

[0234] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein the positive foil is soft-soldered or welded to the positive high-conductivity member, and the negative foil is soft-soldered or welded to the negative high-conductivity member.

[0235] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil; and a positive high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, wherein at least one battery cell is one of a plurality of battery cells stacked on top of another.

[0236] The subject matter described here relates to a battery assembly for use in an electronic device (such as a battery jump-start device), the device comprising or consisting of: at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end; a positive highly conductive member connected to the positive foil; and a positive highly conductive member connected to the positive foil, wherein the battery assembly is covered with a heat-shrinkable material.

[0237] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises a power supply circuit, the power supply circuit including: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, the rechargeable battery cells having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; and a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly.

[0238] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises a power supply circuit, the power supply circuit including: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; and a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable.

[0239] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable.

[0240] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes a positive conductive path from the positive terminal connector of the battery assembly to the connection with the positive battery cable and a negative conductive path from the negative terminal connector of the battery assembly to the connection with the negative battery cable.

[0241] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein both the positive and negative conductive strips are laterally oriented relative to the length of the one or more rechargeable battery cells.

[0242] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein both the positive and negative conductive strips are laterally oriented relative to the length of the one or more rechargeable battery cells, and wherein the conductive strips are wider than the width of the one or more rechargeable battery cells and each protrudes from one side of the rechargeable battery assembly.

[0243] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the positive terminal connector is the positive foil end of one or more rechargeable battery cells, and the negative terminal connector is the negative foil end of one or more rechargeable battery cells.

[0244] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises the following: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein one side of the positive conductive strip is flush with the positive foil end of one or more battery cells, and one side of the negative conductive strip is flush with the negative foil end of one or more batteries.

[0245] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises the following: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the positive and negative conductive strips each have through holes for connection to the conductive frame.

[0246] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the positive terminal connector is the positive foil end of one or more rechargeable battery cells, and the negative terminal connector is the negative foil end of one or more rechargeable battery cells, wherein the positive foil end is at least partially wrapped around the positive conductive strip, and the negative foil end is at least partially wrapped around the negative conductive strip.

[0247] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising or consisting of: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the positive terminal connector is the positive foil end of one or more rechargeable battery cells, and the negative terminal connector is the negative foil end of one or more rechargeable battery cells, wherein the positive foil end is at least partially wrapped around the positive conductive strip, and the negative foil end is at least partially wrapped around the negative conductive strip, wherein the positive foil end is completely wrapped around the positive conductive strip, and the negative foil end is completely wrapped around the negative conductive strip of the rechargeable battery assembly.

[0248] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises the following: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the positive foil end is soft-soldered or welded to the positive conductive strip, and the negative foil end is soft-soldered or welded to the negative conductive strip.

[0249] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the one or more battery cells are a plurality of battery cells connected in series and stacked one on top of another to provide a rechargeable battery assembly.

[0250] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises the following: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the stacked plurality of battery cells are covered with a heat-shrinkable material.

[0251] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes a plurality of conductive frame members connected together.

[0252] The subject matter currently described relates to a rechargeable battery jump-start device, which includes or comprises: a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells, each rechargeable battery cell having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector; a conductive frame connected to the battery assembly; a positive battery cable connected to the highly conductive frame; a negative battery cable connectable to the highly conductive frame; a positive battery clip connected to the positive cable; and a negative battery clip connected to the negative cable, wherein the conductive frame includes a plurality of conductive frame members connected together, wherein the frame members are conductive strips bent along a plurality of axes.

[0253] The subject matter described here relates to a rechargeable battery assembly for use in a rechargeable jump-start device, the rechargeable battery assembly comprising or consisting of a rechargeable battery assembly including one or more rechargeable battery cells having a positive terminal connector, a negative terminal connector, a positive conductive strip connected to the positive terminal connector, and a negative conductive strip connected to the negative terminal connector.

[0254] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with an improved vehicle or equipment battery detection mechanism.

[0255] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-charging device with a vehicle battery detection system, the device comprising or consisting of: a detection circuit for detecting a forward voltage drop on a reverse charging diode, the detection circuit including an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of the operational amplifier subtractor or the differential amplifier being fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold of the vehicle battery connected to the jumper cable or an external load, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the jumper starter to continue normal operation.

[0256] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jumper charging device with a vehicle battery detection system, the device comprising or consisting of: a detection circuit for detecting a forward voltage drop on a reverse charging diode, the detection circuit including an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of the operational amplifier subtractor or the differential amplifier being fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold of the vehicle battery connected to the jumper cable or an external load, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the jumper starter to continue normal operation, and wherein if the voltage is higher than the threshold, the internal jumper battery terminal remains connected to the jumper cable via a smart switch, while the reverse charging diode and the internal battery negative terminal remain connected to the negative jumper cable.

[0257] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-charging device with a vehicle battery detection system, the device comprising or consisting of: a detection circuit for detecting a forward voltage drop on a reverse charging diode, the detection circuit including an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of the operational amplifier subtractor or the differential amplifier being fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold of the vehicle battery connected to the jumper cable or an external load, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the jumper starter to continue normal operation, and wherein if the sensed forward voltage drop is lower than the specific threshold, the comparator issues a "low" signal, instructing the jumper starter logic, controlled by a microcontroller unit, to open a smart switch, disconnecting the negative battery terminal from the negative jumper cable, thereby eliminating the internal battery voltage applied to the jumper cable and deactivating or invalidating the cable terminal.

[0258] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery testing system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connecting the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle... A vehicle or device battery detection system, associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device, is used to detect a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array. The detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation.

[0259] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system connected to the rechargeable battery jump-start device. The vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array. The detection circuit includes an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The positive terminal connector of the vehicle or device battery is a positive battery clip, and the positive terminal connector of the vehicle or device battery is a negative battery clip.

[0260] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device. For detecting the forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, the vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The device also includes a smart switch that selectively connects the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery to the vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector.

[0261] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connecting the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array. The vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising... An operational amplifier subtractor or differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation, and wherein the positive terminal connector of the vehicle or device battery is a positive battery clip, and the positive terminal connector of the vehicle or device battery is a negative battery clip, wherein if the voltage is higher than the threshold, the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery continues to be selectively connected to the negative terminal battery connector of the vehicle or device via the smart switch, while the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery remains connected to the negative terminal battery connector of the vehicle or device.

[0262] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system connected to the rechargeable battery... Associated with a battery jump-start device for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, the vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The system also includes a microcontroller unit with jump-start device logic controlled by the microcontroller unit.

[0263] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connecting the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array. The vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier. The output of the differential amplifier is fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump starter to continue normal operation. It also includes a microcontroller unit having jump starter logic controlled by the microcontroller unit, wherein if the detected forward voltage drops below a specific threshold, the comparator issues a "low" signal, instructing the jump starter logic controlled by the microcontroller unit to open the smart switch, disconnecting the negative battery terminal of the rechargeable battery jump starter from the negative battery cable, thereby eliminating the internal battery voltage applied to the positive and negative battery terminal connectors and deactivating or invalidating them.

[0264] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system, connected to the rechargeable battery... Associated with a rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, the vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The reverse charging diode array is connected along the positive battery cable.

[0265] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system, which... Associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device, for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, the vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The smart switch is connected along the negative battery cable.

[0266] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system connected to the rechargeable battery jump-start device. Associatedly, for detecting the forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, the vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The reverse charging diode array is connected along the positive battery cable, and the smart switch is connected along the negative battery cable.

[0267] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-charging device with a vehicle battery detection system, the device comprising or consisting of: a detection circuit for detecting a forward voltage drop on a reverse charging diode, the detection circuit including an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of the operational amplifier subtractor or the differential amplifier being fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold of the vehicle battery connected to the jumper cable or an external load, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the jumper starter to continue normal operation, and wherein if the sensed forward voltage drop is lower than the specific threshold, the comparator issues a "low" signal, instructing the jumper starter logic, controlled by a microcontroller unit, to open a smart switch, disconnecting the negative battery terminal from the negative jumper cable, thereby eliminating the internal battery voltage applied to the jumper cable and deactivating or invalidating the cable terminal, and wherein a high-conductivity frame connects the first rechargeable battery to the reverse charging diode array.

[0268] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-charging device with a vehicle battery detection system, the device comprising or consisting of: a detection circuit for detecting a forward voltage drop on a reverse charging diode, the detection circuit including an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of the operational amplifier subtractor or the differential amplifier being fed into a comparator, wherein if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold of the vehicle battery connected to the jumper cable or an external load, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the jumper starter to continue normal operation, and wherein if the sensed forward voltage drop is lower than the specific threshold, the comparator issues a "low" signal, instructing the jumper starter logic controlled by a microcontroller unit to open a smart switch, disconnecting the negative battery terminal from the negative jumper cable, thereby eliminating the internal battery voltage applied to the jumper cable and deactivating or invalidating the cable terminal, wherein a high-conductivity frame connects a first rechargeable battery to the reverse charging diode array, and wherein the high-conductivity frame supports the reverse charging diode array.

[0269] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system, connected to the rechargeable battery... Associated with a rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, the vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. A highly conductive frame connects the first rechargeable battery to the smart switch.

[0270] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery testing system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery testing system associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting... The vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. If a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. A high-conductivity frame connects the first rechargeable battery to the smart switch, and the high-conductivity frame connects the first rechargeable battery to the reverse charging diode array.

[0271] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting the forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array, wherein the vehicle or device... The backup battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator. The comparator issues a "high" signal if a forward voltage drop is detected on the reverse charging diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The device further includes a second rechargeable battery and an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second batteries. The electronically controlled switch has a parallel switching position for connecting the first and second batteries in parallel and a series switching position for connecting the first and second batteries in series.

[0272] The subject matter described here pertains to a rechargeable battery jump-start device with a vehicle or device battery detection system. The device includes or comprises: a first rechargeable battery having a positive terminal and a negative terminal; a positive battery cable connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device positive terminal battery connector connected to the positive battery cable; a reverse charging diode array connected to the positive terminal of the first rechargeable battery and the vehicle or device battery positive terminal battery connector; a negative battery cable connected to the negative terminal of the first rechargeable battery; a vehicle or device negative terminal battery connector connected to the negative battery cable; and a vehicle or device battery detection system associated with the rechargeable battery jump-start device for detecting a forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array. The vehicle or device battery detection system includes a detection circuit comprising an operational amplifier subtractor or a differential amplifier, the output of which is fed into a comparator, wherein if the forward voltage drop on the reverse charging diode array is detected... A forward voltage drop is detected on the diode array, and if the voltage is higher than a specific threshold or external load of the vehicle or device battery connected to the positive and negative battery cables, the comparator issues a "high" signal, allowing the rechargeable battery jump-start device to continue normal operation. The device also includes: a second rechargeable battery; and an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first and second batteries, the electronically controlled switch having a parallel switching position for connecting the first and second batteries in parallel, and a series switching position for connecting the first and second batteries in series. The device also includes a highly conductive frame connecting the first rechargeable battery, the second rechargeable battery, and the electronically controlled switch, the highly conductive frame selectively connecting one or both of the positive terminals of the first and second rechargeable batteries to the reverse charging diode array, and selectively connecting one or both of the negative terminals of the first and second rechargeable batteries to the smart switch.

[0273] The subject matter described here relates to a device for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the device comprising or consisting of modes for pre-treating the discharged vehicle battery.

[0274] The subject matter described here relates to a device for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the device comprising or consisting of circuitry for pre-treating the discharged vehicle battery.

[0275] The subject matter described here relates to a device for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the device comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; and a supplementary power supply for selectively or automatically increasing the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of the discharged vehicle battery.

[0276] The subject matter described here pertains to a device for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the device comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; and a supplemental power supply for selectively or automatically increasing the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of the discharged vehicle battery prior to engine jump-start.

[0277] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine.

[0278] The subject matter described here relates to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control is configured to selectively connect and disconnect the supplementary power supply during the pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery.

[0279] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control is configured to automatically connect and disconnect the supplementary power supply during the pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery.

[0280] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the 12V or 24V power supply is a battery or battery pack.

[0281] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the battery pack comprises a plurality of batteries.

[0282] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the battery pack comprises a plurality of batteries, and wherein the battery pack comprises a plurality of lithium-ion batteries.

[0283] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the 12V or 24V power supply and the supplementary power supply are configured as a single battery pack.

[0284] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the 12V or 24V power supply and the supplementary power supply are configured as separate battery packs.

[0285] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs. The system includes: a battery polarity sensor and an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is turned off when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port or that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs.

[0286] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide... An output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on if signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port or that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs, wherein the internal power supply comprises a lithium-ion battery.

[0287] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating... The system includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port; and, in response to signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is not turned on, wherein the internal power supply includes a lithium-ion battery, wherein the lithium-ion battery includes a battery pack of multiple lithium-ion batteries.

[0288] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output. The system comprises: an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port or that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs, wherein the power switch includes a plurality of FETs connected in parallel.

[0289] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The device further includes an output port having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating the positive terminal of the vehicle battery. The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is turned off when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs. The device also includes a plurality of power diodes coupled between the output port and the internal power supply to prevent the internal power supply from being reverse-charged from an electrical system connected to the output port.

[0290] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating... The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port; and, in response to signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is not turned on. The device also includes a temperature sensor configured to detect the temperature of the internal power supply and provide a temperature signal to the microcontroller.

[0291] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating the polarity of the battery. The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a power supply that receives input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor and provides an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port; and, in response to signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port or signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is not turned on. The device also includes a voltage measurement circuit configured to measure the output voltage of the internal power supply and provide a voltage measurement signal to the microcontroller.

[0292] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The device further includes an output port having a positive polarity output and a negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs and provide an output signal indicating the polarity of the vehicle battery. The device includes: a positive and negative terminal for correctly connecting to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes a voltage regulator configured to convert the output voltage of the internal power supply to a voltage level suitable for providing operating power to the internal components of the device.

[0293] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating... The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port; and, in response to signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is not turned on. The device also includes a USB output port configured to provide charging power from the internal power supply to a USB rechargeable device.

[0294] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal, the output signal... The device includes: a signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes a USB output port configured to provide charging power from an external power supply to the internal power supply.

[0295] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal. The device includes an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes a flash circuit configured to provide a light source to a user.

[0296] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating... The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is turned off when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs. The device also includes a flashlight circuit configured to provide a light source to a user, wherein the light source is at least one LED.

[0297] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus also... The device includes an output port having a positive and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and providing an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are... The device includes: a positive and negative output of the output port correctly connected; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes a flashlight circuit configured to provide a light source to a user, wherein the light source is at least one LED, and wherein the microcontroller is configured to control the at least one LED to provide a visual alarm indicating an emergency.

[0298] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal. The device includes a signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes multiple visual indicators configured to display the remaining capacity status of the internal power supply.

[0299] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The device further includes an output port having a positive polarity output and a negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output circuitry, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output circuitry, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output and to provide an output signal indicating the positive terminal of the vehicle battery. The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is turned off when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs. The device also includes a plurality of visual indicators configured to display the remaining capacity status of the internal power supply, wherein the plurality of visual indicators include a plurality of LEDs providing output light of different colors.

[0300] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus further includes output ports having a positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal. The device includes a signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of the vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on if signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of the vehicle battery at the output port, or if the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes a visual indicator configured to warn a user when the vehicle battery is connected with the opposite polarity.

[0301] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the apparatus comprising or consisting of: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The device further includes an output port having a positive polarity output and a negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs and provide an output signal indicating the polarity of the vehicle battery. The device includes: a positive and negative terminal for correctly connecting to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is turned off when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative outputs. The device also includes a separate visual indicator configured to display the power-on status of the device and the cross-start boost power status of the power supplied to the output port.

[0302] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. It also includes output ports having a positive polarity output and a negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs and provide an output signal indicating the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery. The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on if signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or if the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs. The device also includes a manual overload switch configured to activate a manual overload mode when the vehicle battery isolation sensor cannot detect the presence of a vehicle battery, allowing a user to connect jumper starting power to the output port.

[0303] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus also includes an output port having a positive... A positive output and a negative output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor, connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; and a reverse polarity sensor, connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output ports. The output is correctly connected; a power switch is connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller is configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly polarized with the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly polarized with the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the internal power supply is correctly polarized with the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor ... The signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are connected to the positive and negative polarities of the output ports in an incorrect polarity. The power switch is not turned on. The device also includes a manual overrun switch configured to activate a manual overrun mode when the vehicle battery isolation sensor fails to detect the presence of a vehicle battery, allowing a user to connect jumper power to the output port. The microcontroller is configured to detect activation of the manual overrun switch for at least a predetermined time period before activating the manual overrun mode.

[0304] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The device also includes an output port having a positive polarity output and a negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output circuitry, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output; and a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output circuitry, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive polarity output and the negative polarity output, and to provide an output signal indicating the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery. The device includes: a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and the power switch is not turned on when signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicate the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or when the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are incorrectly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs. The device also includes a jumper cable assembly comprising: a plug configured to be inserted into the output port; and a pair of cables integrated at one end of the plug and configured at their respective other ends to be connected to terminals of the battery.

[0305] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus also includes an output port having a positive polarity output and... Negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs and provide an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative polarity outputs of the output ports; power on. A switch is connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller is configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly polarized with the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and, in response to signals from the vehicle ... The sensor signal indicates the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are connected to the incorrect polarity of the positive and negative outputs, and the power switch is not turned on. The device also includes a jumper cable assembly comprising: a plug configured to be inserted into the output port; a pair of cables integrated at one end of the plug and configured at their respective other ends to be connected to a battery terminal, wherein the jumper cable assembly further includes a pair of ring terminals configured to respectively connect the pair of cables at their respective other ends to a battery terminal and a battery terminal clamp.

[0306] The subject matter described here pertains to an apparatus for boosting the voltage of a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine. The apparatus includes or comprises: a 12V or 24V power supply; a supplementary power supply for increasing the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; a discharged vehicle battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pretreatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and means for connecting the apparatus to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine. The apparatus also includes an output port having a positive output and a negative output; and vehicle battery isolation. A sensor, connected to the positive and negative output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs; a reverse polarity sensor, connected to the positive and negative output circuits, configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs and provide an output signal indicating whether the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly connected to the positive and negative outputs of the output port; a power switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and A microcontroller is configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor, and to provide an output signal to the power switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly polarized to the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port, and, in response to signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the absence of a vehicle battery at the output port, or the positive terminal of the vehicle battery is... When the terminals and negative terminal are connected to the incorrect polarity of the positive and negative outputs, the power switch is not turned on. The device also includes a jumper cable assembly comprising: a plug configured to be inserted into the output port; a pair of cables integrated at one end of the plug and configured at their respective other ends to be connected to a battery terminal, wherein the jumper cable assembly further includes a pair of ring terminals configured to respectively connect the pair of cables at their other ends to a battery terminal and a battery terminal clamp, wherein the output port and the plug are sized such that the plug will mate with the output port only in one particular direction.

[0307] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine.

[0308] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the pre-treatment phase occurs prior to the engine jump-start phase.

[0309] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treating phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the pre-treating phase occurs prior to an engine jump-start phase, wherein the engine jump-start phase includes turning on the engine ignition switch and starting the engine with an engine starter.

[0310] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the discharged vehicle battery pre-treatment control is configured to selectively connect and disconnect the supplementary power supply during the pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery.

[0311] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the discharged vehicle battery pre-treatment control is configured to automatically connect and disconnect the supplementary power supply during the pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery.

[0312] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the 12V or 24V power supply is a battery or battery pack.

[0313] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the battery pack comprises a plurality of batteries.

[0314] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing supplementary power to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the battery pack comprises a plurality of batteries, and wherein the battery pack comprises a plurality of lithium-ion batteries.

[0315] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing a supplementary power supply to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the 12V or 24V power supply and the supplementary power supply are configured as a single battery pack.

[0316] The subject matter described here relates to a method for pre-treating a discharged vehicle battery to jump-start a vehicle engine, the method comprising or consisting of: providing a 12V or 24V power supply; providing a supplementary power supply to increase the voltage of the 12V or 24V power supply; connecting and disconnecting the supplementary power supply from the 12V or 24V power supply to increase the operating voltage during a pre-treatment phase of boosting the discharged vehicle battery; and connecting the device to the discharged vehicle battery to jump-start the vehicle engine, wherein the 12V or 24V power supply and the supplementary power supply are configured as separate battery packs.

[0317] According to one aspect of the invention, an apparatus for bridging a vehicle engine is provided, comprising: an internal power supply; an output port having a positive polarity output and a negative polarity output; a vehicle battery isolation sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the vehicle battery isolation sensor being configured to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; a reverse polarity sensor connected to the positive and negative polarity output circuits, the reverse polarity sensor being configured to detect the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; a power FET switch connected between the internal power supply and the output port; and a microcontroller configured to receive input signals from the vehicle isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor and to provide an output signal to the power FET switch such that, in response to signals from the vehicle battery isolation sensor and the reverse polarity sensor indicating the presence of a vehicle battery at the output port, and signals indicating that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are correctly polarized with the positive and negative polarity outputs, the power FET switch is turned on to connect the internal power supply to the output port.

[0318] According to another aspect of the invention, the internal power source is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.

[0319] According to another aspect of the invention, a jumper cable assembly is provided, comprising: a plug configured to insert into the output port of a handheld battery charger booster assembly having an internal power supply; a pair of cables integrated at one end of each cable with the plug; and the pair of cables configured to be individually connected at their respective other ends to terminals of a battery.

[0320] The invention also incorporates an MCU-controlled connection of an additional battery cell for a "pre-processing" stage or step of the battery to be jump-started. It also includes a controlled impedance of the conductive portion of this pre-processing stage or step. The controlled impedance provides safety for this stage or step.

[0321] The battery jump starter according to the invention is configured to maximize the amount of power transferred from one or more batteries (e.g., one or more Li-ion batteries) to the battery being jump-started (e.g., a vehicle battery). This requires the power supply circuit to have a high or extremely high conductivity path from the one or more batteries to the battery clips of the battery jump starter. This physically requires the use of high or extremely high conductivity conductors, such as metal (e.g., copper, aluminum) plates, strips, rods, and tubes. For example, a highly conductive rigid frame connects one or more batteries to the positive and negative cables of the battery jump starter during its operation.

[0322] The "rigidity" and "strength" of the high-conductivity rigid frame provide structural stability during the storage and use of the battery jump starter. This is important, especially during use, when high levels of current are flowing through the high-conductivity rigid frame, which could potentially heat and soften it. It is highly desirable for the high-conductivity rigid frame to maintain its structural stability and configuration during such use to avoid the risk of contact with other electrical components of the battery jump starter and electrical short circuits. This is especially true when the battery assembly and the battery jump starter itself are configured in a compact and portable manner to allow for minimizing the distance between electrical components located with the battery jump starter.

[0323] A battery assembly comprising one or more batteries and a highly conductive frame can provide a “compact battery assembly” for use in a battery jump-start device. The battery assembly can be removably connected (i.e., detachable) to the battery jump-start device as a unit for replacement or servicing. For example, the highly conductive frame is configured to surround and partially or completely enclose one or more batteries to provide a compact configuration (i.e., one or more batteries nested within the conductive frame). The highly conductive frame can surround one or more batteries on one or more planes or axes. For example, the highly conductive frame wraps around the sides of one or more batteries. As another example, the highly conductive frame wraps around the sides and top and / or bottom of one or more batteries, thereby capturing one or more batteries on five or six sides (i.e., length sides, width sides, top sides, and / or bottom sides). The highly conductive frame can be a single piece or multiple pieces connected or assembled together. For example, the highly conductive frame consists of multiple highly conductive frame members connected or assembled together. Attached Figure Description

[0324] Figure 1 This is a front perspective view of the battery jump-start device according to the present invention.

[0325] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The front view of the battery jump-start device shown.

[0326] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The rear view of the battery jump-start device shown.

[0327] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 The left-side view of the battery jump-start device shown.

[0328] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 The right-side view of the battery jump-start device shown.

[0329] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the top plan view of the battery jump-start device.

[0330] Figure 7 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the bottom plan of the battery jump-start device.

[0331] Figure 8 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows a perspective view of a battery jump starter, in which a detachable battery cable is attached to the battery jump starter.

[0332] Figure 9 It has a detachable battery cable. Figure 1A top view showing the internal component layout of the battery jump-start device.

[0333] Figure 10 It has a non-removable battery cable. Figure 1 A top view showing the internal component layout of the battery jump-start device.

[0334] Figure 11 yes Figure 9 A top view of the connection end of the detachable battery cable shown.

[0335] Figure 12 It is installed in Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of the control switch in front of the battery jump starter shown.

[0336] Figure 13 It can operate between the first and second positions. Figure 12 The front view of the switch panel for the control switch shown.

[0337] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 The rear perspective view of the switchboard shown.

[0338] Figure 15 yes Figure 12 A perspective view of the control switch shown.

[0339] Figure 16 This is a rear and left perspective view of a second embodiment of the battery jump-start device according to the present invention, wherein the cover has been removed.

[0340] Figure 17 yes Figure 1 The front and left perspective views of the battery jump starter shown have the cover removed.

[0341] Figure 18 yes Figure 1 The rear and right perspective views of the battery jump starter shown have the cover removed.

[0342] Figure 19 yes Figure 1 The front view of the battery jump starter shown has the cover removed.

[0343] Figure 20 yes Figure 1 The rear view of the battery jump starter shown has the cover removed.

[0344] Figure 21 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows a top view of the battery jump-start device with the cover removed.

[0345] Figure 22 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the bottom plan of the battery jump-start device, with the cover removed.

[0346] Figure 23 yes Figure 1 The left-side view of the battery jump starter shown, with the cover removed.

[0347] Figure 24 yes Figure 1 The right-side view of the battery jump starter shown has the cover removed.

[0348] Figure 25 yes Figure 1 The front and top perspective views of the battery jump starter shown have the cover removed.

[0349] Figure 26 This is an exploded front perspective view of a third embodiment of the battery jump-start device according to the present invention, wherein the cover has been removed.

[0350] Figure 27 yes Figure 26 The exploded partial front perspective view of the battery jump-start device shown shows the cover removed.

[0351] Figure 28 yes Figure 26 The exploded partial right perspective view of the battery jump-start device shown, with the cover removed.

[0352] Figure 29 yes Figure 26 The diagram shows a partial rear perspective view of the battery jump-start device, with the cover removed.

[0353] Figure 30 yes Figure 26 The diagram shows a partial rear perspective view of the battery jump-start device, with the cover removed.

[0354] Figure 31 yes Figure 26 The exploded partial left perspective view of the battery jump-start device shown, with the cover removed.

[0355] Figure 32 This is a perspective view of a cam lock connection device according to the invention for use (for example) with a battery jump-start device according to the invention, shown as a male cam lock end separated from a female cam lock end.

[0356] Figure 33 yes Figure 32 The diagram shows a perspective view of a cam lock connection device, in which the male cam lock end is partially connected to the female cam lock end.

[0357] Figure 34 yes Figure 32A perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0358] Figure 35 yes Figure 32 An exploded perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0359] Figure 36 yes Figure 32 A perspective view of the partial assembly of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0360] Figure 37 yes Figure 32 A perspective view of the partial assembly of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0361] Figure 38 yes Figure 32 The fully assembled perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connection device shown.

[0362] Figure 39 yes Figure 32 A perspective view of the partial assembly of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0363] Figure 40 yes Figure 32 An exploded perspective end view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0364] Figure 41 yes Figure 32 An exploded perspective end view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0365] Figure 42 yes Figure 32 An exploded perspective end view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0366] Figure 43 yes Figure 32 A perspective end view of the assembled female cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0367] Figure 44 yes Figure 32 An assembly perspective view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connecting device shown.

[0368] Figure 45 yes Figure 32 The diagram shows an assembly perspective view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connection device together with bolts for connecting to conductors (such as the highly conductive frame of the battery jump-start device according to the invention).

[0369] Figure 46 yes Figure 16The front perspective view of the battery jump-start device shown has the cover removed, revealing the main control switch and interface backlight system according to the invention.

[0370] Figure 47 yes Figure 16 The diagram shows a partial front perspective view of the battery jump-start device, in which the backlight of the control knob for the 12V control switch is "on".

[0371] Figure 48 yes Figure 16 The diagram shows a partial front perspective view of the battery jump-start device, in which the backlight of the control knob for the 12V control switch is "off".

[0372] Figure 49 yes Figure 16 The partial front perspective view of the battery jump-start device shown shows that the backlight of the control knob for the 12V control switch is "on", the backlight indicator for 12V on the interface is "on", the variable backlight indicator on the 12.7V indicator is "on", and the backlight for the power supply is "on".

[0373] Figure 50 yes Figure 16 The diagram shows a partial front perspective view of the battery jump-start device, in which the backlight of the control knob for the 24V control switch is "on".

[0374] Figure 51 This is a block diagram illustrating the 12V or 24V jump-start operation mode.

[0375] Figure 52 This is a block diagram illustrating an electro-optical position sensing system according to the present invention.

[0376] Figure 53 This is an electrical schematic diagram of a 12V / 24V main switch reader.

[0377] Figure 54 It is shown Figure 26 The diagram shows a single or double connection arrangement of the battery jump-start device.

[0378] Figure 55 yes Figure 26 The rear view of the battery bridging starter device shown has the cover removed, illustrating the dual-cell diode bridge according to the invention.

[0379] Figure 56 yes Figure 26 A front perspective view of the high conductivity frame according to the invention used in the battery jump-start device shown.

[0380] Figure 57 yes Figure 56The front view of the highly conductive frame shown.

[0381] Figure 58 yes Figure 56 Rear view of the highly conductive frame shown.

[0382] Figure 59 yes Figure 56 The top plan view of the highly conductive frame is shown.

[0383] Figure 60 yes Figure 56 The bottom plan view of the highly conductive frame is shown.

[0384] Figure 61 yes Figure 56 The left-side view of the highly conductive frame shown.

[0385] Figure 62 yes Figure 56 The right-side view of the highly conductive frame shown.

[0386] Figure 63 This is a top view of the assembled Li-ion battery assembly according to the present invention.

[0387] Figure 64 yes Figure 63 The diagram shows a perspective view of a Li-ion battery assembly with the cover removed.

[0388] Figure 65 yes Figure 63 The diagram shows a perspective view of a Li-ion battery assembly with the cover removed.

[0389] Figure 66 yes Figure 63 The diagram shows a perspective view of a Li-ion battery assembly with the cover removed.

[0390] Figure 67 yes Figure 26 The diagram shown is a functional block diagram of a rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0391] Figures 68A-1 to 68F-3 It shows Figure 26 The diagram shown is a schematic circuit diagram of a rechargeable battery jump-start device.

[0392] Figure 69 It is used with Figure 10 A detailed front view of an exemplary embodiment of a display used in conjunction with the rechargeable bridging starter shown in 110 and 310.

[0393] Figure 70 This is an electrical schematic diagram of a step-by-step charging system.

[0394] Figure 71 This is another electrical schematic diagram of a step-by-step charging system.

[0395] Figure 72 This is an electrical schematic diagram of an improved battery detection system.

[0396] Figure 73 This is a functional block diagram of a handheld vehicle battery booster device according to one aspect of the present invention.

[0397] Figure 74A -C is a schematic circuit diagram of an exemplary embodiment of a handheld vehicle battery booster device according to one aspect of the present invention;

[0398] Figure 75 This is a perspective view of a handheld jumper starter booster device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention; and

[0399] Figure 76 This is a plan view of a jumper cable that can be used with a handheld jumper starter booster device according to another aspect of the invention.

[0400] Figure 77 It can be selectively added to Figure 1-3 The diagram shows a schematic circuit diagram of the preprocessing circuit for a portable or handheld vehicle battery booster device.

[0401] Figure 78 It can be added optionally Figure 1-3 The diagram shows a controlled impedance schematic of a portable or handheld vehicle battery booster device. Detailed Implementation

[0402] According to the present invention, the battery bridging starter 10 is in Figures 1 to 8 As shown in the image.

[0403] The battery jump starter 10 includes a cover 12 fitted with a handle 14 and has Figures 1 to 8 The specific design shown.

[0404] The battery jump starter 10 includes a front interface 16, a power button 16a for turning the power on or off, and an electronic control switch 18 having a control knob 18a for operating the control switch 18. The main operating part of the control switch 1...

Claims

1. A jump-start device with a depleted or discharged battery pretreatment system, the device comprising: Power source, including a first rechargeable battery; A supplementary power source, configured to increase the voltage of the power source, the supplementary power source including a second rechargeable battery; A battery cable assembly for connecting the jumper starter to the positive and negative terminals of the depleted or discharged battery; A depleted or discharged battery pretreatment control unit for connecting and disconnecting the supplemental power supply from the power supply in order to increase the operating voltage during the pretreatment phase of bridging the depleted or discharged battery. as well as A safety control system is configured to detect when the jumper is correctly connected to the depleted or discharged battery, and then switch power from the power source to the depleted or discharged battery only when the jumper is correctly connected to the depleted or discharged battery.

2. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The depleted or discharged battery pretreatment control is configured to automatically apply power from the power source to the depleted or discharged battery during the pretreatment phase prior to the depleted or discharged battery being jump-started.

3. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The first rechargeable battery is a 12V or 24V lithium-ion battery.

4. The apparatus according to claim 3, wherein, The second rechargeable battery is a 4V lithium-ion battery.

5. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: A power switch is connected between the power source and the battery cable assembly. When the jumper device is correctly connected to the depleted or discharged battery, the safety control system turns on the power switch to connect the power source to the depleted or discharged battery.

6. The apparatus of claim 1 further includes a manual overrun switch configured to activate the manual overrun mode when the safety control system indicates that the jumper is not properly connected to the depleted or discharged battery, so that a user can connect power from the power source to the depleted or discharged battery.

7. A rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: First 12V battery; Second 12V battery; Replenish power; A first switching circuit is electrically coupled to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery and configured to select the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery to provide a 12V operating voltage or a 24V operating voltage. The second switching circuit is used to connect the supplementary power supply to the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery in order to increase the 12V operating voltage or the 24V operating voltage, thereby bridging the depleted or discharged vehicle battery to start. as well as A battery connection device for connecting the rechargeable battery jump start device to the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

8. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 7, wherein, The supplemental power source is a 4V battery.

9. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 8, wherein, The supplemental power supply increases the 12V operating voltage to 16V or the 24V operating voltage to 28V for bridging and starting the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

10. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 7, wherein, The battery connection device is configured to connect the jumper to the positive and negative terminals of the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

11. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 7, wherein, The second switching circuit is configured to selectively turn the supplemental power supply on and off during the pre-processing phase of boosting the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

12. A rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: First 12V battery; Second 12V battery; Replenish power; A first switching circuit is electrically coupled to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery and configured to select the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery to provide a 12V operating voltage or a 24V operating voltage. The second switching circuit is used to connect the supplementary power supply to the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery in order to increase the 12V operating voltage or the 24V operating voltage, thereby bridging the depleted or discharged vehicle battery to start. as well as A battery connection device for connecting the rechargeable battery jump-start device to the depleted or discharged vehicle battery. The first switching circuit includes an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series to provide the 24V operating voltage.

13. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 12, wherein, The supplemental power source is a 4V battery.

14. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 13, wherein, The supplemental power supply increases the 12V operating voltage to 16V or the 24V operating voltage to 28V for bridging and starting the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

15. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 12, wherein, The electronic control switch also includes a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel to provide the 12V operating voltage.

16. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 12, wherein, The second switching circuit is configured to automatically turn on the supplemental power supply before bridging the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

17. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 12, wherein, The battery connection device is configured to connect the jumper to the positive and negative terminals of the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

18. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 12, wherein, The second switching circuit is configured to selectively turn the supplemental power supply on and off during the pre-processing phase of boosting the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

19. A rechargeable battery jump-start device, comprising: First 12V battery; Second 12V battery; Replenish power; A first switching circuit is electrically coupled to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery and configured to select the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery to provide a 12V operating voltage or a 24V operating voltage. The second switching circuit is used to connect the supplementary power supply to the first 12V battery and / or the second 12V battery in order to increase the 12V operating voltage or the 24V operating voltage, thereby bridging the depleted or discharged vehicle battery to start. as well as A battery connection device for connecting the rechargeable battery jump-start device to the depleted or discharged vehicle battery. The second switching circuit is configured to automatically connect the supplemental power supply before bridging the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

20. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 19, wherein, The supplemental power source is a 4V battery.

21. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 20, wherein, The supplemental power supply increases the 12V operating voltage to 16V or the 24V operating voltage to 28V for bridging and starting the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

22. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 19, wherein, The first switching circuit includes an electronically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the electronically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series to provide the 24V operating voltage.

23. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 22, wherein, The electronic control switch also includes a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel to provide the 12V operating voltage.

24. The rechargeable battery jump-start device according to claim 19, wherein, The battery connection device is configured to connect the jumper to the positive and negative terminals of the depleted or discharged vehicle battery.

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