Charging system for electric and small vehicles with integrated display area, app-controlled prioritization and optional smart city functions

Abstract

Main claim: Charging system for electric and small vehicles, comprising charging ports, a large-format digital display area and a control unit connected to a user app and processing app-controlled priority parameters, characterized in that the control unit dynamically distributes the energy flow between charging ports and the display area and implements charging priorities according to selected tariffs.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of charging infrastructure for electric and small vehicles. It combines charging ports with a large-format digital display (out-of-home) and a control unit for dynamic energy flow regulation. The system can also be expanded to include camera sensors to provide smart city functions such as traffic monitoring, speed measurement, or security-relevant event detection. State of the art

[0002] Charging systems for electric vehicles with load management, which distribute the available grid power across multiple charging points, are well-known. Chargers with small displays that show only status information or local advertising are also common. Large-format out-of-home displays are generally operated separately from charging infrastructure and are not technically linked to its power control.

[0003] An integrated system comprising charging ports, a large-format display, and a control unit that processes app-controlled priority parameters and dynamically distributes power between the charging ports and the display is not known. Equally unknown is the optional integration of camera sensors that would embed the system in urban infrastructure and make it usable for security-related functions. Object of the invention

[0004] The task is to provide a charging system that enables efficient, tariff- or priority-controlled charging in the presence of limited grid power, while simultaneously operating a large-format display area for OOH communication and dynamically regulating its energy requirements, designing or positioning the display area so that it remains clearly visible even when vehicles are parked, and offering additional smart city functions such as traffic monitoring, speed measurement, or the display of safety-relevant information through optional camera sensors. Solution of the invention

[0005] The task is solved by a charging system with the following features: • Charging ports that are supplied from a common power supply. - A large-format digital display area that independently displays content (e.g., advertising, city information, warning messages). • A control unit that dynamically regulates the energy flow between charging ports and the display area, taking into account app-controlled priority parameters. • An interface to a user app, through which charging profiles can be selected and charging priorities defined. • The display area is positioned at a higher level so that the content remains clearly visible even when the vehicle is parked. • Optional sensors, in particular ambient light sensor and measurement of charging power per port. • Optional camera sensors for smart city functions, e.g. traffic monitoring, event detection or warning messages.

[0006] The invention integrates into smart city infrastructures that combine energy supply, digital out-of-home information displays, and public safety communication within a single urban unit. The system not only enables vehicle charging but also serves as a platform for advertising, city information, and safety-related alerts. The optional integration of camera sensors allows for traffic flow monitoring, speed measurement, and event detection. Additionally, warning messages such as disaster alerts can be displayed directly on the screen or forwarded via cloud interfaces. Examples of implementation

[0007] The invention can be implemented in various designs. The following product lines are merely examples and do not limit the scope of protection: • Tower variant (multi-sided): Charging unit in a tower-like design with multi-sided display surfaces. • Variant stele (single-sided / double-sided or wall-mounted): Charging unit with large-format display area in an elevated position. • Compact variant (local area / shop): Compact design for freestanding installation in the local area, e.g. in front of shops. Advantages • Technically implemented business model: App priority enables guaranteed charging performance. • Efficient coupling: Energy is dynamically distributed between charging ports and display area. • Optimized visibility: Increased mounting or multi-sided arrangement prevents obstruction by vehicles. • Smart City expansion: Optional camera sensors enable additional functions such as traffic monitoring or warning messages. • Flexible design options: tower, stele or compact versions.

Claims

[1] Main claim: Charging system for electric and small vehicles, comprising charging ports, a large-format digital display area and a control unit connected to a user app and processing app-controlled priority parameters, characterized by , that the control unit dynamically distributes the energy flow between charging ports and the display area and implements charging priorities according to selected tariffs. [2] Sub-claim: Charging system according to claim 1, characterized by that the display area is mounted in an elevated position so that the content remains visible even when the vehicle is parked. [3] Sub-claim: Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the display area is set up for displaying advertisements, city information and security-related warnings. [4] Sub-claim: Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the control unit supplies several charging ports with tariff-dependent minimum power outputs and reduces the display area or secondary charging ports in case of bottlenecks. [5] Sub-claim: Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the app interface transmits staged or continuous priority parameters that are translated in real time into minimum current or minimum power requirements. [6] Sub-claim: Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that an ambient light sensor is provided which automatically adjusts the brightness of the display area. [7] Sub-claim: Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that measuring devices are provided to record the charging power per port, enabling compliance with guaranteed minimum values. [8] Sub-claim: Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat a camera sensor system is integrated, enabling smart city functions such as traffic monitoring, speed measurement or safety-relevant event detection. [9] Sub-claim charging system according to claim 8, characterized by that the information captured by the camera sensors is either displayed directly on the screen or forwarded via a cloud interface. [10] Subclaim Charging system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the display surface is designed to be multi-sided, single-sided, double-sided or as a wall-mounted front solution.

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