Vehicle super capacitor application structure

By introducing Zener diodes and voltage detection circuits into the charging circuit of automotive supercapacitors, combined with relay control, the problems of voltage imbalance and self-discharge of capacitor banks are solved, achieving efficient charging management and energy storage of capacitor banks, extending capacitor lifespan and improving circuit safety.

CN224123904UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14DAQING YILI ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-05-06
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing automotive supercapacitor charging circuits suffer from problems such as high self-discharge, voltage imbalance, rapid voltage drop after charging, frequent starts, and high-temperature safety hazards.

Method used

A voltage detection circuit is constructed by using Zener diodes D1-D10 and a voltage detection circuit, combined with relays KA1 and KA2, to control the switching of the vehicle power supply and the supercapacitor, preventing the charging circuit from consuming the energy stored in the capacitor, maintaining voltage balance and safe operation.

Benefits of technology

This achieves voltage balancing of the capacitor bank, reduces the heat impact of the charging circuit, prevents overcharging and reverse discharge, extends the lifespan of the capacitors, and improves the safety and reliability of the circuit.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicle super-capacitors, and discloses a vehicle super-capacitor application structure, which comprises a super-capacitor bank formed by connecting super-capacitors C1 to C10 in series, an A voltage control panel, a relay KA1 and a relay KA2, a relay KA1, a relay KA2, a relay KA1, a relay KA2, a relay KA1, a relay KA2, a relay KA1, a relay KA2, a relay KA1, a relay KA2, a relay KA1, a relay KA2 and a relay KA2, the relay KA2 is connected to the output end of the A voltage control panel and is controlled by the A voltage control panel, and the voltage stabilizing diodes D1-D10 are respectively connected to the super capacitors C1-C10 and the normally open contact KA2 (1-10) of the relay KA2. According to the utility model, the voltage stabilizing diodes D1-D10 are arranged, so that the whole charging circuit is simple and reliable, the voltage detection circuit is utilized to control the on-off of the automobile power supply and the super capacitor and control the on-off of the charging voltage stabilizing diode and the super electric energy capacitor to prevent the energy storage consumption of the capacitor by the circuits, and the energy storage of the super capacitor is maintained; and normal operation and safe use of the circuit are ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive supercapacitor technology, and in particular to the application structure of automotive supercapacitors. Background Technology

[0002] Automotive supercapacitors are advanced energy storage devices that fall between traditional capacitors and batteries. They primarily store and release electrical energy through the charge separation layer at the electrode-electrolyte interface (electric double layer effect) or the redox reaction on the electrode surface (pseudocapacitance effect). Currently, in practical capacitor charging applications, circuits using resistors, diodes, transistors, and field-effect transistors balance overcharging and voltage imbalance during charging. Their application aims to prevent overcharging and achieve balanced charging, extending capacitor lifespan and enabling the capacitor bank to meet design specifications for energy storage.

[0003] Existing patent (publication number: CN209516718U) discloses "a supercapacitor balancing circuit and an on-board electronic device. The circuit includes a voltage divider circuit, an amplifier, a first supercapacitor, and a second supercapacitor. The input terminal of the voltage divider circuit is connected to a power supply. The inverting input terminal of the amplifier is short-circuited to the output terminal of the amplifier. One end of the first supercapacitor is connected to the power supply, and the other end is connected to one end of the second supercapacitor, with the other end of the second supercapacitor grounded. The output terminal of the amplifier is connected to a first potential point between the first and second supercapacitors to make the voltage values ​​across the first and second supercapacitors equal. One end of the first supercapacitor is also used to connect to a load to supply power to the load. The technical solution of this utility model solves the problem of voltage imbalance between series capacitors through the virtual short theory of the two input terminals of the amplifier, reducing power supply failures and improving the lifespan of capacitor components."

[0004] In the process of developing this application, the inventors discovered that the charging circuit also has some inherent problems in actual use. For example, the charging circuit has capacitors with relatively large self-discharge (3V, 3000F). After charging is stopped, the voltage of the capacitor will drop to (2V-1.5V) within (1 hour to 10 hours), and drop to (0V-1V) after three to seven days. In order to maintain the capacitor bank at normal working performance, the charging circuit needs to be frequently started. In addition, the high temperature generated by the circuit during charging also poses a significant safety hazard. This is because the high temperature generated by the discharge resistor in the circuit during charging not only affects the heat dissipation of the capacitor bank, but also accelerates the discharge of the capacitor bank, thus posing a safety hazard.

[0005] Therefore, those skilled in the art have provided automotive supercapacitor application structures to address the problems mentioned in the background section. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies and proposes a structure for automotive supercapacitor applications, which incorporates Zener diodes D1-D. 10 This design makes the charging circuit simple and reliable. By using a voltage detection circuit, the connection between the car power supply and the supercapacitor is controlled, as well as the connection between the charging Zener diode and the supercapacitor. This prevents the above circuits from consuming the energy stored in the capacitor, maintains the energy stored in the supercapacitor, and ensures the normal operation and safe use of the circuit.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0008] The structure for automotive supercapacitor applications includes: a supercapacitor bank, which consists of supercapacitors C1-C1. 10 It is connected in series;

[0009] A voltage control board, the output terminal is connected to the positive and negative terminals of the fuel-saving booster wiring, positive terminals are connected to positive terminals and negative terminals are connected to negative terminals;

[0010] Relays KA1 and KA2 are connected to the output terminal of voltage control board A and are controlled by voltage control board A.

[0011] Zener diodes D1-D 10 Connected to supercapacitors C1-C respectively 10 The normally open contact KA2(1-10) of relay KA2.

[0012] Furthermore, the Zener diodes D1-D 10 The negative terminal is connected to the supercapacitor C1-C 10 The positive pole.

[0013] Furthermore, the Zener diodes D1-D 10 The positive electrode is connected to the normally open point KA2(1-10) of KA2.

[0014] Furthermore, the normally open contact of the relay KA1 is connected in series with the positive terminal of the fuel-saving booster and the positive terminal of the supercapacitor bank.

[0015] Furthermore, the normally open contacts KA2(1-10) of the relay KA2 are respectively connected to the Zener diodes D1-D1. 10 The positive electrode and the supercapacitor C1-C 10 Between the negative and positive electrodes.

[0016] Furthermore, the fuel-saving booster has its external positive and negative terminals connected to the positive and negative terminals of the battery, with the positive terminals connected to each other and the negative terminals connected to each other.

[0017] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. The automotive supercapacitor application structure proposed in this utility model, compared with existing automotive supercapacitors, features a Zener diode D1-D1. 10 When in use, it can prevent uneven charging voltage from causing overcharging of a certain capacitor. At the same time, because the Zener diode itself generates less heat during charging, it reduces the impact of temperature on electrical equipment, making the charging circuit simple and reliable as a whole. By using a voltage detection circuit, it controls the on / off of the car power supply and the supercapacitor, as well as the on / off of the charging Zener diode and the supercapacitor, to prevent the above circuits from consuming the energy stored in the capacitor, maintain the energy stored in the supercapacitor, and ensure the normal operation and safe use of the circuit. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a circuit connection diagram of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0021] Reference Figure 1 One embodiment provided by this utility model:

[0022] The structure for automotive supercapacitor applications includes: a supercapacitor bank, which consists of supercapacitors C1-C1. 10 The circuit consists of two voltage control boards connected in series. The output of board A is connected to the positive and negative terminals of the fuel-saving booster wiring, with positive terminals connected to positive terminals and negative terminals connected to negative terminals. Relays KA1 and KA2 are connected to the output of voltage control board A and are controlled by it. Zener diodes D1-D... 10 Connected to supercapacitors C1-C respectively 10 The normally open contact KA2(1-10) of relay KA2.

[0023] Zener diodes D1-D 10 The negative terminal is connected to the supercapacitor C1-C 10 The positive terminal of the Zener diode D1-D 10 The positive terminal of relay KA1 is connected to the normally open contact KA2(1-10) of relay KA2. The normally open contact of relay KA1 is connected in series with the positive terminal of the fuel-saving booster and the positive terminal of the supercapacitor bank. The normally open contact KA2(1-10) of relay KA2 is connected to the Zener diodes D1-D1 respectively. 10 The positive electrode and the supercapacitor C1-C 10Between the positive and negative terminals, the fuel-saving booster's external positive and negative terminals are connected to the positive and negative terminals of the battery, with the positive terminal connected to the positive terminal and the negative terminal connected to the negative terminal.

[0024] Specifically, voltage control board A, combined with relays KA1 and KA2, forms a voltage detection circuit. This circuit controls the switching on and off of the vehicle's power supply and the supercapacitor, as well as the switching on and off of the Zener diodes and the supercapacitor charging circuit. The voltage detection circuit maintains the switching of the vehicle's power supply and the supercapacitor bank within set values ​​to prevent overcharging and over-discharging of the supercapacitor. Simultaneously, the voltage detection circuit also controls the Zener diodes D1-D... 10 The unbalanced voltage of the supercapacitor bank during charging is detected by a voltage detection circuit and Zener diodes D1-D. 10 The circuit is switched on and off during charging to prevent reverse discharge of the capacitor after charging is complete. Furthermore, this is achieved using Zener diodes D1-D. 10 Its physical properties serve as a voltage balancer and regulator for the charging voltage of the capacitor bank in the supercapacitor charging circuit, preventing overcharging of the supercapacitor. Since the capacitor bank is charged in series, it can further protect the service life of the capacitor.

[0025] Working Principle: The structure of this automotive supercapacitor application is mainly based on the synergistic effect of a voltage detection circuit, a Zener diode, and a relay to achieve charging control, voltage balancing, and energy storage maintenance of the supercapacitor bank. During operation, the voltage detection circuit, consisting of a voltage control board (A) combined with relays KA1 and KA2, monitors the voltage state between the vehicle power supply and the supercapacitor bank in real time. Based on the voltage detection results, it controls the connection and disconnection between the vehicle power supply and the supercapacitor bank, as well as the connection and disconnection between the Zener diode and the supercapacitor charging circuit, ensuring that the supercapacitor bank operates within the set voltage range and preventing overcharging and over-discharging. During charging, the Zener diodes D1-D... 10 Connected to supercapacitor C1-C 10 Between the normally open contact of relay KA2 and the voltage regulator, the charging voltage of each capacitor in the supercapacitor bank is balanced to prevent overcharging of any capacitor due to voltage imbalance. After charging is complete, the switching of the Zener diode and the charging circuit is controlled to prevent reverse discharge of the charging circuit to the supercapacitor bank, thus maintaining the energy stored in the supercapacitor. The normally open contact of relay KA1 is connected in series between the positive terminal of the fuel-saving booster and the positive terminal of the supercapacitor bank to control the switching between the vehicle power supply and the supercapacitor bank. The normally open contact KA2 (1-10) of relay KA2 is connected to Zener diodes D1-D1 respectively. 10 The positive electrode and the supercapacitor C1-C 10Between the negative and positive terminals, the voltage control board A controls the switching of the Zener diode and the supercapacitor charging circuit. The external positive and negative terminals of the fuel-saving booster are connected to the positive and negative terminals of the battery, with positive terminals connected to positive terminals and negative terminals connected to negative terminals, providing power support for the entire circuit. The voltage detection circuit precisely controls the voltage switching, and the Zener diode balances the charging voltage and prevents reverse discharge. Combined with the coordinated control of the relay, this circuit achieves efficient charging management, voltage balancing, and energy storage maintenance of the supercapacitor bank, improving the service life of the supercapacitor and the safety of the circuit.

[0026] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A structure for automotive supercapacitor applications, characterized in that, include: A supercapacitor bank, consisting of supercapacitors C1-C 10 It is connected in series; A voltage control board, the output terminal is connected to the positive and negative terminals of the fuel-saving booster wiring, positive terminals are connected to positive terminals and negative terminals are connected to negative terminals; Relays KA1 and KA2 are connected to the output terminal of voltage control board A and are controlled by voltage control board A. Zener diodes D1-D 10 Connected to supercapacitors C1-C respectively 10 The normally open contact KA2(1-10) of relay KA2.

2. The automotive supercapacitor application structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Zener diodes D1-D 10 The negative terminal is connected to the supercapacitor C1-C 10 The positive pole.

3. The automotive supercapacitor application structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Zener diodes D1-D 10 The positive electrode is connected to the normally open point KA2(1-10) of KA2.

4. The automotive supercapacitor application structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The normally open contact of the relay KA1 is connected in series with the positive terminal of the fuel-saving booster and the positive terminal of the supercapacitor bank.

5. The automotive supercapacitor application structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The normally open contacts KA2(1-10) of the relay KA2 are respectively connected to the Zener diodes D1-D1. 10 The positive electrode and the supercapacitor C1-C 10 Between the negative and positive electrodes.

6. The automotive supercapacitor application structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fuel-saving booster has its positive and negative terminals connected to the positive and negative terminals of the battery, with the positive terminals connected to each other and the negative terminals connected to each other.

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    CN209516718U