Portable vehicle battery jump starter with air pump

Abstract

A vehicle battery jump starter device with an air pump includes a vehicle battery jump starter housed within a cover and an air pump. An internal battery is also housed within the cover and connected to the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump. Ports are provided to provide connection from an external vehicle battery to the device. The air pump is configured to be powered by the external battery in a first operating mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Cross - reference to Related Applications This international application claims the priority of U.S. Application No. 18 / 167,200, filed on February 10, 2023, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0002] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter that provides a jump start for a vehicle (e.g., an automobile, a truck, a van, a motorcycle, a ship, an aircraft, and other vehicles or devices having a starting battery), and is equipped with a battery - driven air pump (e.g., an air compressor) for supplying pressurized air, for example, for inflating the tires of the vehicle. More specifically, the present invention relates to a system and method for supplying power to a vehicle battery using an internal battery and safely supplying power to an air compressor using either the internal battery or an external vehicle battery.

Background Art

[0003] Vehicles such as automobiles, trucks, and buses require an air pump for supplying pressurized air, for example, to inflate the tires of the vehicle. With the progress of battery technology, it has become possible to develop a portable jump starter incorporating an air pump as a single product.

[0004] Currently, portable vehicle air pumps usually include an air compressor that is accompanied by loud noise and strong vibration, and it is necessary to connect and wire a DC power cord to an accessory port (e.g., a cigarette socket) of the vehicle. Furthermore, the power cord and the air hose need to be long enough to reach the vehicle's tires.

[0005] Furthermore, since a jumper cable and another vehicle are required, jump - starting a car can be difficult. Also, improper clamping is dangerous, so safety is a concern.

[0006] A jump starter equipped with an air pump provides a crucial function, as without a device possessing both of these features, a vehicle and its driver could be stranded on a highway.

[0007] In addition, there are also known conventional devices that include 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 dead battery, or a portable booster device that includes a fully charged battery and can be connected to the engine starting device of a vehicle via a pair of cables.

[0008] In conventional devices, if the jumper terminals or clamps of a cable accidentally come into contact with each other while the other end is connected to a charged battery, or if terminals of opposite polarity are connected to the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle being jump-started, a short circuit may occur, generating sparks that could damage the battery or lead to personal injury.

[0009] Various attempts have been made in conventional technologies to resolve these problems.

[0010] U.S. Patent No. 6,212,054, issued on April 3, 2001, discloses a battery booster pack that is polarity-sensitive and capable of detecting proper and improper connections before providing a path for current. The device uses a set of LEDs connected to an optical coupler arranged by a control circuit. The control circuit controls a solenoid assembly that controls the path of the power current. The control circuit allows the power current to pass through the solenoid assembly only when the contact points of the booster cable clamp connection are properly connected.

[0011] U.S. Patent No. 6,632,103, issued on October 14, 2003, discloses an adaptive booster cable connected by two sets of clips, each attached to two batteries, to transmit power from one battery to the other. This adaptive booster cable includes a polarity detection unit connected to each clip, and a switching unit and a current detection unit positioned between the two sets of clips. Once the polarity detection unit detects the polarity of each clip, the switching unit generates the correct connection between the two batteries. Thus, based on the detection results of the polarity detection unit, the positive and negative terminals of the two batteries are correctly connected.

[0012] U.S. Patent No. 8,493,021, issued on July 23, 2013, discloses a device that monitors the voltage of the jump-start vehicle's battery and the current supplied by the jump-starter battery to determine if a proper connection has been established and to perform fault monitoring. The system is operational only if the correct polarity is detected. Voltage is monitored to determine open circuits, broken conductive clamps, shunt cable failures, and solenoid failures. Current through the shunt cable is monitored to determine if there is a risk of battery explosion and if there is an overcurrent condition that could cause overheating. The system includes an internal battery to power the jump-start vehicle's battery. Once the vehicle is started, the unit automatically disconnects electrically from the vehicle's battery.

[0013] U.S. Patent No. 5,189,359, issued on 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 by comparing the voltages at four terminals to the reference voltage, and a pair of relays for making the appropriate connections according to the decoder's determination. Connection is made only when one terminal of each battery has a voltage higher than the reference voltage (indicating the positive terminal) and another has a voltage lower than the reference voltage (indicating the negative terminal), i.e., when two high-voltage terminals are connectable and two low-voltage terminals are connectable. Current flows when the appropriate relay device is closed. The relay device is preferably a MOSFET, and preferably in combination with a series array of photodiodes that generate the gate closed-circuit potential of the MOSFET when an LED is lit by the output of the decoder.

[0014] U.S. Patent No. 5,795,182, issued on August 18, 1998, discloses a polarity-independent battery jumper cable set for jump-connecting a first battery to a second battery. The device includes a relative polarity detector that detects whether the two batteries are connected in cross or parallel. A three-position high-current capacity crossbar pivot switch, in response to the relative polarity detector, automatically connects the positive terminals of the two batteries to each other and the negative terminals to each other, regardless of whether the detected arrangement is cross or parallel. An undercurrent detector and a delay circuit return the device to a standby and disconnected state after it has been disconnected from one of the batteries. The crossbar pivot switch includes two sets of contacts and a pivot arm that rotates around two separate points to ensure complete electrical contact between the two sets of contacts. The invention can also be used to manufacture a battery charger that can be connected to a battery regardless of its polarity.

[0015] U.S. Patent No. 6,262,492, issued on 17 July 2001, discloses an automotive battery jumper cable for precisely connecting a working power source to a faulty or uncharged battery, and includes a relay switching circuit connected via two pairs of current conductors, respectively, to the power source and the battery. A first and second voltage polarity recognition circuit are connected to the power source and the battery, respectively, via pairs of voltage conductors, and recognize the polarity of the power source and the battery. A logic recognition circuit generates a control signal according to the polarity of the power source and the battery, and a drive circuit controlled by the control signal output from the logic recognition circuit drives the relay switching circuit, enabling the precise connection of two poles of the power source to two poles of the battery.

[0016] U.S. Patent No. 5,635,817, issued on June 3, 1997, discloses a vehicle battery charging device including a control housing having a cable equipped with a current limiting device to prevent the charging current from exceeding a predetermined maximum charging current (approximately 40-60 amperes). The control housing includes a polarity detection device that verifies the polarity of the terminal connections of two batteries and electrically disconnects the two batteries if the polarity is incorrect.

[0017] U.S. Patent No. 8,199,024, issued on June 12, 2012, discloses a safety circuit in a low-voltage connection system that keeps two low-voltage systems isolated until the connection is deemed safe. If no unsafe conditions exist and the safety circuit determines that it is safe to connect the two low-voltage systems, the safety circuit connects the two systems by "soft-starting," which establishes the connection between the two systems over time, mitigating or preventing induced voltage spikes in one or more low-voltage systems. If either of the low-voltage systems incorporates a fully discharged battery, a method is used to detect the correct 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 it to determine whether a corresponding voltage rise is observed.

[0018] U.S. Patent No. 5,793,185, issued on August 11, 1998, discloses a handheld jump starter with control components and circuits to prevent overcharging and incorrect connection to a battery.

[0019] Prior art has attempted to solve the above problems, but all of these prior art solutions have other drawbacks such as complexity, cost, or the potential for malfunction. Therefore, vehicle jump-start devices are in need of further improvement.

[0020] U.S. Patent No. 9,007,015, issued on April 14, 2015, discloses a portable vehicle battery jump-start device with safety features, provided by the same inventors and assignees as the present invention, and offers a solution to the above-mentioned problem. The entire contents of U.S. Patent No. 9,007,015 are incorporated herein by reference.

[0021] Furthermore, battery jump starters for light tasks such as jump-starting cars also exist. These jump starters are designed for light work, and the battery cables are directly connected to the internal electrical assembly of the battery jump starter. Therefore, a portable battery jump starter device with detachable battery cables is needed.

[0022] Furthermore, there are also large battery jump starters that use conventional lead-acid batteries. These jump starters are extremely heavy (e.g., several hundred pounds) and large in size, requiring the use of a forklift to move them. Current battery jump starters are not portable at all.

[0023] Therefore, there is a need for a large, portable battery jump starter that is significantly lighter and smaller, as an alternative to conventional large battery jump starters.

[0024] There is a need for a portable battery jump starter device equipped with a backlight system for the master switch, which assists the user in checking the master switch and control mode in daylight, direct sunlight, dimly lit places, and darkness.

[0025] There is a need for a portable battery jump starter device having a 12V operating mode and a 24V operating mode.

[0026] There is a need for a portable battery jump starter device equipped with a dual battery diode bridge or a reverse charge diode module.

[0027] There is a need for a portable battery jump starter device equipped with a leapfrog charging system.

[0028] There is a need for a highly conductive frame, such as a highly conductive rigid frame, for a portable battery jump starter device to quickly transfer as much power as possible from the battery of the portable battery jump starter device to the battery of the vehicle to be jump started.

[0029] There is a need for an improved battery assembly, such as a lithium-ion battery assembly, for use in electronic devices.

[0030] Lithium batteries are equipped with a power management circuit (PMC) to protect the cells from overcharging and over-discharging. When the PMC detects that the cell voltage is too high or too low, it automatically disconnects the battery cell from the external battery terminals. This is an important safety function because lithium can become unstable when overcharged or over-discharged. This "automatic disconnection" can cause problems in smart chargers that need to detect the presence of the battery before starting charging.

[0031] A unique solution to this problem has been invented, in which the PMC (Personal Motor Control) reacts to reconnect the lithium battery and generates a "wake-up" signal that enables charging. Therefore, electronic devices such as portable jump-starters require this improved battery wake-up system. [Overview of the Initiative]

[0032] To address the above challenges, a product is needed that can easily and safely jump-start a vehicle and also incorporate a portable, self-contained, battery-powered air compressor. Lithium battery technology already exists and can support both functions in a single product.

[0033] A handheld, portable device powered by an internal battery for inflating tires or jump-starting a vehicle engine may include a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack, a DC motor, and a microcontroller.

[0034] The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery is connected to a DC motor and a smart switch operated by a microcontroller. Vehicle battery isolation sensors, which are circuit-connected to the positive and negative terminal outputs, detect the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative terminal outputs.

[0035] A reverse polarity sensor, circuit-connected to the positive and negative outputs, detects the polarity of the vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative outputs, and the microcontroller enables power supply from the lithium-ion power pack to the output port only when a normal battery is connected to the output port.

[0036] The DC motor is connected to a lithium-ion battery pack, providing the motor's sole power source without the need to connect to the A / C or a secondary power supply. The microcontroller allows the DC motor to inflate the tire to a set pressure without over-inflating it, thanks to an automatic shut-off sensor, and also features internal memory storage for recording and displaying the last measured value.

[0037] In one embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter device with an air pump is provided, wherein the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump are arranged within a cover. An internal battery connected to the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump is also arranged within the cover. A port is provided for connecting the device from an external vehicle battery. The air pump is configured to be powered by the external battery in a first operating mode. The air pump is further configured to be powered by the internal battery in a second operating mode.

[0038] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump includes a control system for operating both the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump.

[0039] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump comprises a control system including at least a first controller and a switch module that communicates with the first controller, wherein the first controller is configured to transmit signals to the switch module, and the switch module is configured to select either a first operating mode in which the air pump is powered by the vehicle battery or a second operating mode in which the air pump is powered by an internal battery.

[0040] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump comprises a control system including a first controller and a switch module communicating with the first controller, wherein the first controller is configured to transmit signals to the switch module, and the switch module is configured to select a first operating mode in which the air pump is driven by the vehicle and a second operating mode in which the air pump is driven by an internal battery, and the control system comprises a second controller communicating with the first controller and the switch module, wherein the first controller is configured to control the vehicle battery jump starter and the second controller is configured to control the air pump.

[0041] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump includes a plurality of switches and a plurality of sensors connected to a control system, each sensor configured to detect the presence of a safe condition. A first controller is configured to receive input signals from the plurality of sensors and provides output signals to the first switch so that the first switch of the plurality of switches is activated in response to signals from the sensors indicating that the safe condition is met.

[0042] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump comprises a switch module including a second switch, which is configured to actuate in response to the presence of an input connected between the port and the vehicle battery and to output signals to a first controller and a second controller. When both the first and second switches are actuated, a first operating mode is selected.

[0043] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump includes a plurality of sensors, including a first sensor set configured to transmit a first signal directly to a first controller and a second sensor set configured to transmit a second signal directly to a second controller, the first controller reporting the detection of the first signal to the second controller, and the second controller reporting the detection of the second signal to the first controller.

[0044] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump includes a port for the vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, which is a receptacle containing a switch. In one embodiment, the receptacle is empty, and the device is in a second operating mode.

[0045] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump includes a clamp module connected between a port and a vehicle battery, the clamp module including a first male connector having a first connector shape.

[0046] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump includes a pass-through extension connected between a female connector and a first male connector, the pass-through extension having a protrusion that interfaces with a switch to put the device into a first operating mode.

[0047] In another embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump comprises a first male connector directly connected to a female receptacle, the shape of which the first male connector does not interface with a switch, and the vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump is configured to be powered by an internal battery.

[0048] In one embodiment, a vehicle battery jump starter with an air pump includes a cover and an internal power supply located within the cover, the internal power supply including a rechargeable battery; the vehicle battery jump starter with an air pump also includes a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover, the jump starter configured to jump start the vehicle battery; the vehicle battery jump starter is connected to and powered by the rechargeable battery during operation; the vehicle battery jump starter with an air pump also includes an air pump located within the cover, the air pump configured to supply pressurized air, the air pump is connected to and connectable to the rechargeable battery; and the vehicle battery jump starter with an air pump also includes a USB input port for charging the rechargeable battery.

[0049] In another embodiment, the rechargeable battery is configured to be charged via a USB input port and to simultaneously power the air pump.

[0050] In another embodiment, the air pump includes an air hose and a pressure sensor configured to measure the air pressure of an external component connected to the air hose and report the value of that air pressure to the air pump.

[0051] In another embodiment, a vehicle jump starter equipped with an air pump includes a user interface connected to the vehicle jump starter and the air pump, the air pump being configured to automatically supply air to external components so that the air pressure value matches a target value selected by the user and received at the user interface.

[0052] It incorporates "power pass-through" technology, allowing for simultaneous tire inflation and lithium battery charging. It also includes noise reduction technology to minimize tire pump noise and vibration reduction technology, ensuring stable tire inflation.

[0053] Furthermore, according to one aspect of the present invention, a device for jump-starting a vehicle engine is provided, which includes: Internal power supply; Output port with positive and negative polarity outputs; A vehicle battery isolation sensor configured to be circuit-connected to positive and negative polarity outputs and to detect the presence of a vehicle battery connected between the positive and negative polarity outputs; A reverse polarity sensor configured to be circuit-connected to positive and negative polarity outputs and to detect the polarity of a 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 a vehicle isolation sensor and a reverse polarity sensor, and to supply power to a power FET switch when the signals from the sensors indicate that a vehicle battery is present at the output port and that the positive and negative terminals of the vehicle battery are properly connected to the positive and negative output terminals.

[0054] In another aspect of the present invention, the internal power source is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.

[0055] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, a jumper cable device is provided, the device having a plug configured to be plugged into the output port of a handheld battery charger booster device having an internal power supply, and a pair of cables integrally formed at one end of the plug, the pair of cables configured to be connected separately at the other end to the terminals of a battery.

[0056] This invention relates to a new battery jump-start and air compressor device.

[0057] This invention relates to an improved battery jump-start and air compressor. This invention relates to a heavy-duty jump-start and air compressor.

[0058] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame.

[0059] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more lithium-ion batteries ("Li-ion") connected to a conductive frame.

[0060] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more lithium-ion batteries ("Li-ion") connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0061] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more lithium-ion batteries ("Li-ion") connected to a frame having high conductivity and high ampere ("amp") current capacity.

[0062] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, two or more batteries connected to a conductive frame.

[0063] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, two or more lithium-ion batteries connected to a conductive frame.

[0064] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising two or more lithium-ion batteries connected to a highly conductive frame.

[0065] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, two or more lithium-ion batteries connected to a frame having high conductivity and high current capacity.

[0066] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame configured to at least partially enclose one or more batteries.

[0067] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive rigid frame configured to at least partially enclose one or more batteries.

[0068] The present invention relates to a battery jump starter that includes, or is composed of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame configured to completely enclose one or more batteries. For both general use and air compression. Regarding the device.

[0069] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame configured to completely enclose one or more batteries.

[0070] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more lithium-ion batteries connected to a conductive frame configured to at least partially enclose one or more batteries.

[0071] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more lithium-ion batteries connected to a conductive frame configured to completely enclose one or more batteries.

[0072] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive rigid frame.

[0073] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or composed of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive rigid frame which includes one or more conductive frame members.

[0074] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or composed of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame which includes one or more conductive frame members.

[0075] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame containing one or more conductors such as metal wires, rods, bars, and / or tubes.

[0076] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a conductive frame containing one or more conductors such as copper (Cu) wires, rods, bars, and / or tubes.

[0077] The present invention relates to a battery jump-start and air compressor device comprising, or consisting of, one or more batteries connected to a highly conductive rigid frame containing one or more rigid conductors such as copper (Cu) wires, rods, bars, and / or tubes.

[0078] This invention relates to a highly conductive cam-lock type electrical connection device.

[0079] This invention relates to a highly conductive cam-lock type electrical connection device used in combination with a battery jump-start and air compression device according to the present invention.

[0080] This invention relates to a highly conductive cam-lock type electrical connection device according to the present invention, in combination with a battery jump-start and air compression device according to the present invention.

[0081] The present invention relates to a highly conductive camlock type electrical connector that includes, or comprises, a male camlock end detachably connected to a female camlock end.

[0082] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end, which conducts power between them when they are connected.

[0083] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end, which conducts power when they are connected, wherein the connection arrangement is configured to tighten when the male cam lock end is rotated within the female cam lock device.

[0084] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or consisting thereof, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end, which conducts power when they are connected, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material.

[0085] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end, which conducts power when they are connected, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, the male cam lock end includes a pin having teeth, and the female cam lock end includes a receiving portion with a slot, the receiving portion being configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end.

[0086] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement positioned between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct electricity when they are connected, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, the male cam lock end includes a pin having teeth, the female cam lock end includes a receiving portion with a slot, the receiving portion is configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end, and the receiving portion of the female cam lock end has internal threads for cooperating with the teeth of the male cam lock end.

[0087] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connector, the connector comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connector arrangement positioned between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct electricity between them when they are connected, wherein the male cam lock connector and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, the male cam lock end includes a pin having teeth, the female cam lock end includes a receiving portion with a slot, the receiving portion is configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end, the receiving portion of the female cam lock end has internal threads for cooperating with the teeth of the male cam lock end, the male cam lock end has an end face portion, and the female cam lock end also has an end face portion, and when the cam lock connector is fully tightened, the end faces engage with each other.

[0088] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct electricity between them when they are connected, the device further comprising a rubber molded cover fitted to the male cam lock end and another rubber molded cover fitted to the female cam lock end.

[0089] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or consisting thereof, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct electricity between them when they are connected, the device further comprising a molded rubber cover attached to the male cam lock end and another molded rubber cover attached to the female cam lock end, wherein the female cam lock end is provided with an external thread and a nut for fixing the molded rubber cover to the female cam lock end.

[0090] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct power between them when they are connected, the device further comprising a molded rubber cover fitted to the male cam lock end and another molded rubber cover fitted to the female cam lock end, wherein the male cam lock end is provided with one or more outwardly extending projections that cooperate with internal slots of one or more molded rubber covers.

[0091] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct electricity between them when they are connected, wherein the male cam lock device and the female cam lock are made of a highly conductive material, the male cam lock end includes a pin having teeth, and the female cam lock end includes a receiving portion with a slot, the receiving portion is configured to receive the pin and teeth of the male cam lock end, and the slot has an inner surface that functions as a stopper for the teeth of the pin of the female cam lock end.

[0092] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end, which conducts power between them when connected, the device further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end.

[0093] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end, which conducts power between them when connected, the device further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end, the cable being a battery cable.

[0094] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or consisting thereof, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement disposed between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct power between them when they are connected, the device further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end, the cable being a battery cable, and comprising a battery jump start and air compressor, the female cam lock end being connected to the battery jump start and air compressor.

[0095] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement positioned between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct power between them when they are connected, the device further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end, the cable being a battery cable, and comprising a battery jump start and air compressor, the female cam lock end being connected to the battery jump start and air compressor, the battery jump start and air compressor comprising a highly conductive rigid frame connected to one or more batteries, and the female cam lock being connected to the highly conductive frame.

[0096] The present invention relates to a highly conductive cam lock type electrical connection device, the device comprising, or comprising, an electrically highly conductive male cam lock end, an electrically highly conductive female cam lock end, and an electrically highly conductive connection arrangement positioned between the male cam lock end and the female cam lock end to conduct power between them when they are connected, the device further comprising a cable connected to the male cam lock end, the cable being a battery cable, and comprising a battery jump start and air compressor, the female cam lock end being connected to the battery jump start and air compressor, the battery jump start and air compressor comprising a highly conductive rigid frame connected to one or more batteries, the female cam lock being connected to the highly conductive frame, wherein the battery jump start and air compressor comprises a positive battery cable having a positive battery clamp and connected to the highly conductive rigid frame, and a negative battery cable having a negative battery clamp and connected to the highly conductive rigid frame.

[0097] This invention relates to an improved electrical control switch.

[0098] The present invention relates to an improved electrical control switch having a control knob with a backlight.

[0099] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising, or comprising, an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on.

[0100] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, wherein the control knob includes an opaque portion that blocks light and a transparent or see-through portion configured to function as a light window.

[0101] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising, or comprising, an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob, which illuminates the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on. Furthermore, it includes a printed circuit board located behind the control knob, and the backlight is a light-emitting diode (LED) mounted on the printed circuit board.

[0102] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising, or comprising, an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an electronic device to which the control switch is mounted.

[0103] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device to which the control switch is attached, wherein the electronic device is a battery jump starter and air compressor.

[0104] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device to which the control switch is mounted, the jump start device comprising a cover, a battery positioned inside the cover, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame.

[0105] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprises an electronic device to which the control switch is mounted, the jump start device comprising a cover, a first 12V battery located inside the cover, a second 12V battery located inside the cover, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, the control switch extending through the cover, the control switch being electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the control knob being configured to rotate selectively between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch being configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode.

[0106] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an electronic device to which the control switch is mounted, the jump start device comprising a cover, a first 12V battery located inside the cover, a second 12V battery located inside the cover, a highly conductive rigid frame connected to the first and second 12V batteries, a backlight LED mounted on a printed circuit board that illuminates the transparent or translucent portion of the control knob, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to the highly conductive rigid frame, and a printed circuit board located inside the cover, wherein the control switch extends through the cover, the control switch is electrically connected to the highly conductive rigid frame, the control knob is configured to rotate selectively between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode.

[0107] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, wherein the system is configured to turn on the backlight when the system is powered on.

[0108] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an interface positioned behind the control knob.

[0109] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an interface positioned behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a membrane label.

[0110] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an interface positioned behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a membrane label, and the interface includes one or more backlight indicators.

[0111] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an interface positioned behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a membrane label, the interface includes one or more backlight indicators, the one or more backlight indicators are configured to selectively display the voltage operating mode of the device.

[0112] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an interface positioned behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a membrane label, the interface includes one or more backlight indicators, the one or more backlight indicators are configured to display a real-time operating voltage of the device.

[0113] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, the system further comprising an interface positioned behind the control knob, wherein the interface includes a membrane label, the interface includes one or more backlight indicators, the one or more backlight indicators are configured to light up when the device is turned on.

[0114] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device, the control switch mounted on the electronic device, the jump start device comprising a cover, a battery positioned inside the cover, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, the battery being a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery.

[0115] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device, the control switch mounted on the electronic device, the jump start device comprising a cover, a battery positioned inside the cover, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, the battery being a lithium-ion battery.

[0116] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device, the control switch mounted on the electronic device, The electronic device is a battery jump charger and includes a cover, a first 12V battery located inside the cover, a second 12V battery located inside the cover, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein a control switch extends through the cover and is electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and a control knob is configured to rotate selectively between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode. Furthermore, the device includes a highly conductive rigid frame electrically connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery, and the control switch, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode.

[0117] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device, the control switch mounted on the electronic device, The electronic device is a battery jump charger and includes a cover, a first 12V battery located inside the cover, a second 12V battery located inside the cover, a positive cable having a positive clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative cable having a negative clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein a control switch extends through the cover and is electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and a control knob configured to rotate selectively between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode, and further includes a highly conductive rigid frame electrically connected to the first 12V battery, the second 12V battery, and the control switch, and the control switch is configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode, and further includes an interface located between the control knob and the cover of the device.

[0118] The present invention relates to an electrically controlled switch backlight system, the system comprising an electrically controlled switch having a control knob, the control knob including a light window, and a backlight positioned behind the control knob and illuminating the light window of the control switch when the backlight is turned on, or comprising the same, the system further comprising an electronic device, the control switch mounted on the electronic device, The electronic device is a battery jump charger and includes a cover, a first 12V battery located inside the cover, a second 12V battery located inside the cover, a positive terminal cable having a positive terminal clamp and connected to the battery, and a negative terminal cable having a negative terminal clamp and connected to a highly conductive rigid frame, wherein a control switch extends through the cover and is electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and a control knob is configured to rotate selectively between a 12V operating position and a 24V operating position, and the control switch is configured to allow the device to operate selectively in 12V mode or 24V mode. The device is configured to further include a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, and a highly conductive rigid frame electrically connected to a control switch, the control switch being configured to selectively operate the device in 12V mode or 24V mode, and further includes an interface located between the control knob and cover of the device, the interface comprising a 12V backlight indicator and a 24V backlight indicator, the device being configured to selectively illuminate either the 12V backlight indicator or the 24V backlight indicator when the control knob of the control switch is rotated to select 12V mode or 24V mode operation.

[0119] The present invention relates to an electro-optical position detection switch system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, an electrically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the electrically controlled switch, and an optical coupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optical coupler providing the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the electrically controlled switch.

[0120] The present invention relates to an electro-optical position detection switch system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, an electrically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the electrically controlled switch, and an optical coupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optical coupler providing the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the electrically controlled switch, and further comprising an enable circuit configured to reduce parasite current when the system is in an "off" state, wherein the circuit includes a transistor that functions as an electric switch when the system is in an "on" state.

[0121] The present invention relates to an electro-optical position detection switch system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, an electrically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the electrically controlled switch, and an optical coupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optical coupler providing the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the electrically controlled switch, and further comprising an enable circuit configured to reduce parasitic current when the system is in an "off" state, wherein the circuit comprises a transistor that functions as an electric 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.

[0122] The present invention relates to an electro-optical position detection switch system, the system comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electrical control switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and an electrical control switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrical control switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; the system also comprises: a microcontroller electrically connected to the electrical control switch; and an optical coupler electrically connected to the microcontroller. The optical coupler provides a signal to the microcontroller indicating the position of an electrically controlled switch, and further includes an enable circuit configured to reduce parasitic current when the system is "off", wherein the circuit includes a transistor that acts as an electrical switch when the system is "on", 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 the circuit is configured such that when the batteries are connected in series, current does not flow from the first battery to the second battery.

[0123] The present invention relates to an electro-optical position detection switch system, the system comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; an electrically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and an electrically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series; the system also comprises: a microcontroller electrically connected to the electrically controlled switch; and an optical coupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optical coupler providing the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the electrically controlled switch, wherein the circuit is: Based on current The optical coupler provides the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the control switch. It is possible It is structured in this way.

[0124] The present invention relates to an electro-optical position detection switch system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, an electrically controlled switch electrically connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrically controlled switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrically controlled switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the electrically controlled switch, and an optical coupler electrically connected to the microcontroller, the optical coupler providing the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the electrically controlled switch, wherein the circuit is configured such that the optical coupler provides the microcontroller with a signal indicating the position of the control switch depending on the presence or absence of current, and the circuit is configured to provide the opposite signal as a separate input to the microcontroller so that the microcontroller can determine whether the control switch is in an "intermediate" position between the 12V position and the 24V position.

[0125] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the apparatus comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has 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, the apparatus comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the conductive frame, and a dual battery diode bridge connected to the conductive frame, wherein the dual battery diode bridge has two diode channels supporting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to protect against reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle.

[0126] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the device comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the device comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the conductive frame, and a dual battery diode bridge connected to the conductive frame, wherein the dual battery diode bridge has two diode channels supporting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to protect against reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle, and the dual battery diode bridge is a reverse charging diode module.

[0127] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the device comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has 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; the device comprising: a microcontroller electrically connected to the conductive frame; and a dual battery diode bridge connected to the conductive frame, the dual battery diode bridge having two diode channels supporting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery to protect against reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle; and the reverse charging diode module having an upper channel supporting the current through the first 12V battery. It includes a diode in the (channel) and a diode in the lower channel that supports the current passing through the second 12V battery.

[0128] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump starter and air compressor, the device comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the device comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the conductive frame, and the conductive frame The reverse-charging diode module includes a dual battery diode bridge connected to a dual battery diode bridge, which has two diode channels supporting a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery to protect against reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle, and the reverse-charging diode module includes an upper channel diode supporting the current through the first 12V battery and a lower channel diode supporting the current through the second 12V battery, and the upper and lower diode channels are connected to a bar of a conductive frame connected to the positive output of a battery jump-start and air compressor, and the current from the upper and lower diode channels is coupled.

[0129] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the device comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the device comprising a microcontroller electrically connected to the conductive frame, and the conductive frame The dual battery diode bridge is connected to a frame and has two diode channels supporting a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery to protect against reverse charging after jump-starting the vehicle. The dual battery diode bridge is a reverse charging diode module and includes an upper conductive bar electrically connected to the upper channel of the diode, a lower conductive bar electrically connected to the lower channel of the diode, and a central conductive bar positioned between the upper and lower conductive bars and electrically connected to both the upper and lower channels of the diode.

[0130] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0131] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and the charger configured to charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery incrementally so as to maintain the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery at near the same potential during the charging sequence.

[0132] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and the charger operates to charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery whichever has the lower voltage or charge level.

[0133] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch also has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel The system has series switch positions that are connected in a row, and the system also includes a charger connected to a conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger is configured to sequentially charge a first 12V battery and a second 12V battery, the charger is configured to charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in stages so as to keep the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery at nearly the same potential during the charging sequence, and the charger operates to charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery whichever has the lower voltage or charge level first.

[0134] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in steps with a fixed voltage increment.

[0135] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in steps with a variable voltage increment.

[0136] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in steps with random voltage increments.

[0137] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch is connected to the first 12V battery and The system also includes a series switch position for connecting a second 12V battery in series, and a charger connected to a conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in stages, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery with a fixed voltage increment, and the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery with an increment of 100 millivolts (mV).

[0138] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising: a first 12V battery; a second 12V battery; a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery; and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel. The system has a series switch position for connecting two 12V batteries in series, and the system also includes a charger connected to a conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger being configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the charger operating to charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery whichever has the lower voltage or charge amount, and the voltage charge increment is a fraction of the total voltage charge amount required to fully charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery.

[0139] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprises a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and further comprises a programmable microcontroller electrically connected to the charger for controlling the operation of the charger.

[0140] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprises a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and further comprises a peak voltage cutoff device for preventing overcharging of the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0141] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start system, the system comprising a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, a conductive wiring assembly or frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, and an electrical control switch electrically connected to the conductive wiring or frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, wherein the electrical control switch has a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch has a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, the system also comprising a charger connected to the conductive wiring assembly or frame, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in steps, the charger configured to sequentially charge the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery by a variable voltage increment, and a programmable microcontroller configured to provide a charging timeout.

[0142] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence.

[0143] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the charging sequence being a stepwise charging sequence.

[0144] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the charging sequence being a stepwise charging sequence, the stepwise charging sequence charging the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery in increments smaller than the total charge increment required to fully charge the first 12V battery or the second 12V battery.

[0145] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the charging sequence being a stepwise charging sequence, and the charging sequence being a reciprocal charging sequence between the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery.

[0146] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the charging sequence being a stepwise charging sequence, the charging sequence comprising charging the same battery, the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, two or more times consecutively before moving the sequence to the other battery.

[0147] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the sequence being a programmed sequence.

[0148] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for an electronic device having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the charging sequence comprising one or more charging pauses.

[0149] The present invention relates to a leapfrog charging method for electronic equipment having at least a first rechargeable battery and a second rechargeable battery, the method comprising, or comprising, a step of selectively charging the first rechargeable battery and the second rechargeable battery in a charging sequence, the sequence being a programmed sequence, and the charging time increment, voltage rise, and charge rate are all adjustable in the programmed sequence.

[0150] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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.

[0151] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the apparatus comprising, or consisting thereof, a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the apparatus further comprising an electrical control switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electrical control switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, and the electrical control switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series.

[0152] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame being semi-rigid.

[0153] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame being rigid.

[0154] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame having a three-dimensional (3D) frame structure.

[0155] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members.

[0156] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor device, the device comprising, or consisting thereof, a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members, at least one high The conductive frame member includes through holes.

[0157] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor device, the device comprising, or consisting thereof, a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members, at least one high The conductive frame member includes through holes, with at least one through hole located at one end.

[0158] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the apparatus 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, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members, at least one conductive frame member comprising a through hole, at least one through hole located at one end thereof, and adjacent conductive frame members being fastened to each other using highly conductive bolt and nut fasteners.

[0159] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members, at least one of the frame members being provided with at least one bent end having a through hole.

[0160] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members, at least one conductive frame member comprising a through hole, and at least one frame member having a ring-shaped through hole at at least one end.

[0161] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, 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, the other electrical components of the portable jump-start device being bolted to the highly conductive frame.

[0162] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor, the apparatus comprising, or consisting thereof, a first 12V battery, a second 12V battery, and a highly conductive frame connected to the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery, the apparatus further comprising an electrical control switch electrically connected to the highly conductive frame, the first 12V battery, and the second 12V battery, the electrical control switch having a parallel switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in parallel, the electrical control switch having a series switch position for connecting the first 12V battery and the second 12V battery in series, and the control switch being bolted to the highly conductive frame.

[0163] The present invention relates to a portable battery jump-start and air compressor 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, the highly conductive frame comprising a plurality of highly conductive frame members, the highly conductive frame members being made of a flat metal material.

[0164] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive foil end and a negative foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative It includes, or is composed of, extremely highly conductive members.

[0165] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The device includes or is composed of an extremely high conductive member, the positive electrode high conductive member and the negative electrode high conductive member being oriented laterally with respect to the lengths of the positive and negative electrode foils, respectively.

[0166] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The device includes or is composed of an extremely high conductive member, wherein the positive electrode high conductive member and the negative electrode high conductive member are oriented laterally with respect to the lengths of the positive and negative electrode foils, respectively, and the high conductive member is wider than the positive and negative electrode foils, respectively.

[0167] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The device includes or is composed of extremely high-conductivity members, the high-conductivity members being oriented flat toward the opposite end of at least one battery cell.

[0168] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The device includes or is composed of extremely high-conductivity members, the high-conductivity members being provided with through holes for connection to electronic equipment using bolt and nut fasteners.

[0169] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The device includes or is composed of extremely high-conductivity components, the high-conductivity components being made from materials of the type of plate or bar.

[0170] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The electrode comprises or is composed of an extremely high conductive material, wherein the positive electrode foil at least partially encloses the positive electrode high conductive material, and the negative electrode foil at least partially encloses the negative electrode high conductive material.

[0171] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negativeConnected to the polar foil negative A positive electrode foil includes or is composed of an extremely high-conductivity member, wherein the positive electrode foil at least partially encloses the positive electrode high-conductivity member, and the negative electrode foil at least partially encloses the negative electrode high-conductivity member. In some embodiments, The positive electrode foil and the negative electrode foil completely enclose the positive electrode high-conductivity component and the negative electrode high-conductivity component, respectively.

[0172] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The device includes or is composed of an extremely high-conductivity member, wherein the positive electrode foil is welded or soldered to the positive high-conductivity member, and the negative electrode foil is welded or soldered to the negative high-conductivity member.

[0173] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The battery includes or is composed of an extremely conductive material, and at least one battery cell is formed by stacking multiple battery cells vertically.

[0174] The present invention relates to a battery assembly used in electronic equipment, the assembly comprising at least one battery cell having a positive electrode foil end and a negative electrode foil end, and a positive electrode high-conductivity member connected to the positive electrode foil, negative Connected to the polar foil negative The battery assembly includes, or is composed of, extremely highly conductive components, and is covered with a heat-shrinkable material.

[0175] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, and the internal power supply supplies power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device.

[0176] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the internal power supply is a rechargeable battery.

[0177] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply supplies power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, the internal power supply is a rechargeable battery, and the rechargeable battery is a lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

[0178] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, and the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device. The device is Furthermore, it includes an air hose.

[0179] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the cover includes an air supply port for connecting to an air hose.

[0180] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, the cover includes an air supply port for connecting to an air hose, and the cover and air pump provide an air supply port for connecting to a hose.

[0181] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the cover includes an air supply port for connecting to an air hose. The device is Furthermore, it includes an internal air hose connecting the air pump and the air supply port.

[0182] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the internal power supply is a single battery that provides power to the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump.

[0183] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply supplies power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the internal power supply includes a first battery for supplying power to the vehicle battery jump starter and a second battery for supplying power to the air pump.

[0184] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply supplies power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and further includes a switch for selectively supplying power to the vehicle battery jump starter or the air pump.

[0185] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply supplies power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and further includes a switch for selectively supplying power to either the vehicle battery jump starter or the air pump, the switch being configured to supply power to both the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump.

[0186] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and further includes an internal fan for cooling the device.

[0187] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the air pump includes an air compressor.

[0188] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, the air pump includes an air compressor, and the air compressor is a rotary air compressor.

[0189] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, the air pump includes an air compressor, and the air pump further includes an air tank connected to an air supply port.

[0190] The present invention relates to a vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, and includes or comprises a cover, an internal power supply located within the cover, a vehicle battery jump starter located within the cover and configured to jump start a vehicle battery, and an air pump located within the cover, wherein the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the internal power supply provides power to the jump starter device and / or the air pump device, and the air pump is connected to an air supply port.

[0191] Furthermore, the battery jump starter equipped with the air pump according to the present invention is configured to maximize the amount of power transmitted from one or more batteries (e.g., lithium-ion) to the battery being jump-started. This requires a power circuit with a highly conductive or ultra-highly conductive path from one or more batteries to the battery clamp. Physically, this requires the use of highly conductive or ultra-highly conductive conductors such as copper rods, plates, bars, tubes, or cables.

[0192] The rigidity and strength of the highly conductive rigid frame provide structural stability during storage and use of the battery jump-start and air compressor. This is especially important during use, where high currents may flow and heat and soften the rigid frame. Even under such conditions, it is highly desirable that the highly conductive rigid frame maintains its structural stability and shape, avoiding the risk of contact with other electrical components or electrical short circuits in the battery jump-start and air compressor. This is particularly important when minimizing the distance between electrical components is necessary to make the battery jump-start and air compressor compact and portable. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0193] [Figure 1] Figure 1 shows a functional block diagram of a handheld vehicle battery booster or jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 2A] Figure 2A is a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of a handheld vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present application. [Figure 2B] Figure 2B is a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of a handheld vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present application. [Figure 2C] Figure 2C is a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of a handheld vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present application. [Figure 3]Figure 3 is a perspective view of a handheld jump-start boost device equipped with an air pump, according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a plan view of a jumper cable that can be used with a handheld jump-start boost device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a block diagram of a portable vehicle battery jump-start device equipped with an air pump according to the present invention. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump-start device equipped with an air pump, as shown in Figure 5. [Figure 7] Figure 7 is a front perspective view of another embodiment of a handheld vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to the present invention. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a front view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 9] Figure 9 is a rear view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a left side view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 11] Figure 11 is a right side view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 12] Figure 12 is a top view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 13] Figure 13 is a bottom view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 14] Figure 14 is a perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, in which a detachable battery cable is attached to a device that serves as both a battery jump starter and an air compressor. [Figure 15] Figure 15 is a top view of the layout of the internal components of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, and it has a detachable battery cable. [Figure 16]Figure 16 is a top view of the layout of the internal components of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, and includes a non-removable battery cable. [Figure 17] Figure 17 is a top view of the connection end of the detachable battery cable shown in Figure 15. [Figure 18] Figure 18 is an exploded perspective view of the control switch installed on the front side of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 19] Figure 19 is a front view of the switch plate of the control switch shown in Figure 18, which is operable between a first position and a second position. [Figure 20] Figure 20 is a rear perspective view of the switch plate shown in Figure 19. [Figure 21] Figure 21 is a perspective view of the control switch shown in Figure 18. [Figure 22] Figure 22 is a rear, left-side perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 23] Figure 23 is a front, left-side perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 24] Figure 24 is a rear, right-side perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 25] Figure 25 is a front view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 26] Figure 26 is a rear view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 27] Figure 27 is a plan view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 28] Figure 28 is a bottom view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 29]Figure 29 is a left side view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 30] Figure 30 is a right-side view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 31] Figure 31 is a front-upper perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the cover removed. [Figure 32] Figure 32 is an exploded front perspective view of a third embodiment of the portable vehicle battery jump starter according to the present invention, with the cover removed. [Figure 33] Figure 33 is a disassembled, partially forward perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 32, with the cover removed. [Figure 34] Figure 34 is a disassembled right-hand perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 32, with the cover removed. [Figure 35] Figure 35 is a partial rear perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 32, with the cover removed. [Figure 36] Figure 36 is a partial rear perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 32, with the cover removed. [Figure 37] Figure 37 is a left-side perspective view of the disassembled portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 32, with the cover removed. [Figure 38] Figure 38 is a perspective view of a cam lock connector according to the present invention, which is used, for example, with a portable vehicle battery jump starter according to the present invention, and is shown with the male cam lock end detached from the female cam lock end. [Figure 39] Figure 39 is a perspective view of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38, in which the male cam lock end is partially connected to the female cam lock end. [Figure 40] Figure 40 is a perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 41] Figure 41 is an exploded perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 42] Figure 42 is a partially assembled perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 43] Figure 43 is a partially assembled perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 44] Figure 44 is an assembled perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 45] Figure 45 is a partially assembled perspective view of the male cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 46] Figure 46 is an exploded perspective view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 47] Figure 47 is an exploded perspective view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 48] Figure 48 is an exploded perspective view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 49] Figure 49 is a partially assembled perspective view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 50] Figure 50 is an assembled perspective end view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38. [Figure 51] Figure 51 is an assembled perspective end view of the female cam lock end of the cam lock connector shown in Figure 38, along with bolts for connecting to conductors such as the highly conductive frame of the vehicle battery jump starter according to the present invention. [Figure 52] Figure 52 is a front perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7 according to the present invention, with the cover removed and the master control switch and interface backlight system visible. [Figure 53]Figure 53 is a partial forward perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the backlight of the control knob of the 12V control switch turned "on". [Figure 54] Figure 54 is a partial forward perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the backlight of the control knob of the 12V control switch in the "off" position. [Figure 55] Figure 55 is a partial front perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, where the backlight of the control knob of the 12V control switch is "on", the 12V backlight indicator on the interface is "on", the variable display backlight indicator showing 12.7V is "on", and the power backlight is "on". [Figure 56] Figure 56 is a partial forward perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, with the backlight of the control knob of the 24V control switch turned "on". [Figure 57] Figure 57 is a block diagram showing the 12V and 24V operating modes of the portable vehicle battery jump starter. [Figure 58] Figure 58 is a block diagram showing the electro-optical position detection system according to the present invention. [Figure 59] Figure 59 is an electrical wiring diagram for 12V / 24V master switch readings. [Figure 60] Figure 60 is a schematic diagram showing the single-connection or dual-connection configuration of the battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 61] Figure 61 is a rear view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7 according to the present invention, with the cover removed and the dual battery diode bridge visible. [Figure 62] Figure 62 is a perspective view of the highly conductive frame according to the present invention. [Figure 63] Figure 63 is a front view of the highly conductive frame shown in Figure 62. [Figure 64] Figure 64 is a rear view of the highly conductive frame shown in Figure 62. [Figure 65] Figure 65 is a plan view of the highly conductive frame shown in Figure 62. [Figure 66] Figure 66 is a bottom view of the highly conductive frame shown in Figure 62. [Figure 67] Figure 67 is a left side view of the highly conductive frame shown in Figure 62. [Figure 68] Figure 68 is a right side view of the highly conductive frame shown in Figure 62. [Figure 69] Figure 69 is a plan view of an assembled lithium-ion battery according to the present invention. [Figure 70] Figure 70 is a perspective view of the lithium-ion battery assembly shown in Figure 69, with the cover removed. [Figure 71] Figure 71 is a perspective view of the lithium-ion battery assembly shown in Figure 69, with the cover removed. [Figure 72] Figure 72 is a perspective view of the lithium-ion battery assembly shown in Figure 69, with the cover removed. [Figure 73] Figure 73 shows a functional block diagram of a portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-1] Figure 74A-1 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-2] Figure 74A-2 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-3] Figure 74A-3 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-4] Figure 74A-4 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-5] Figure 74A-5 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-6] Figure 74A-6 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74A-7] Figure 74A-7 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74B-1] Figure 74B-1 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74B-2] Figure 74B-2 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74B-3] Figure 74B-3 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74C-1] Figure 74C-1 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74C-2] Figure 74C-2 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74C-3] Figure 74C-3 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74C-4] Figure 74C-4 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74C-5] Figure 74C-5 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74C-6] Figure 74C-6 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-1] Figure 74D-1 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-2] Figure 74D-2 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-3] Figure 74D-3 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-4] Figure 74D-4 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-5] Figure 74D-5 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-6] Figure 74D-6 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74D-7] Figure 74D-7 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74E-1] Figure 74E-1 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74E-2] Figure 74E-2 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74E-3] Figure 74E-3 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74F-1] Figure 74F-1 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74F-2] Figure 74F-2 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 74F-3] Figure 74F-3 shows a schematic circuit diagram of an embodiment of another portable vehicle battery boost device or portable vehicle battery jump starter according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 75] Figure 75 is a detailed front view of the front display of the battery jump starter shown in Figure 7. [Figure 76-1] Figure 76-1 is an electrical wiring diagram of the Leapfrog charging system. [Figure 76-2] Figure 76-2 is a continuation of the electrical wiring diagram for the Leapfrog charging system. [Figure 77] Figure 77 is an electrical wiring diagram of the improved battery detection system. [Figure 78] Figure 78 is an electrical wiring diagram of the improved battery detection system. [Figure 79] Figure 79 is a block diagram of a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump according to the present invention. [Figure 80] Figure 80 is another block diagram of a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump according to the present invention. [Figure 81]Figure 81 is a perspective view of the portable vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7, which is equipped with an air pump. [Figure 82] Figure 82 is a functional block diagram of the operating system of a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump, according to one embodiment. [Figure 83] Figure 83 is a perspective view of the connection configuration of a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump according to one embodiment. [Figure 84] Figure 84 is a perspective view of another connection configuration of a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump, according to one embodiment. [Figure 85] Figure 85 is a front view of the components of a connection configuration for a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump, according to one embodiment. [Figure 86] Figure 86 is a flowchart illustrating a method for supplying power to a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump, according to one embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0194] Figure 1 is a functional block diagram showing a handheld battery booster according to one embodiment of the present invention. At the center of the handheld battery booster is a lithium polymer battery pack 32 that stores enough energy to start an automobile engine powered by a conventional 12-volt lead-acid battery or valve-controlled lead-acid battery. In one embodiment, the high-surge-resistant lithium polymer battery pack includes three 3.7V, 2666mAh lithium polymer batteries in a 3S1P configuration. This battery pack contains 11.1V, 2666mAh lithium polymer batteries. m Ah (8000 at 3.7V) m It provides power of 29.6 Wh (Ah). The continuous discharge current is 25 C (or 200 amps), and the instantaneous discharge current is 50 C (or 400 amps). The maximum charging current of the battery pack is 8000 mA (8 amps).

[0195] The handheld or portable battery booster shown in Figure 1 includes an air pump (e.g., an air compressor) to provide a jump starter / air pump that has a jump starter device for jump-starting a vehicle and an air pump that supplies a pressurized air source for pressurizing items such as vehicle tires. The jump starter / air pump device will be described in detail below.

[0196] The programmable microcontroller unit (MCU) 1 receives various inputs and generates information and control outputs. The programmable MCU 1 provides flexibility to the system by allowing updates to functions and system parameters without requiring hardware changes. In one embodiment, the system is controlled using an 8-bit microcontroller with 2K x 15-bit flash memory. One such microcontroller is the HT67F30, commercially available from Holtek Semiconductor Inc.

[0197] When the handheld battery booster device is connected to the vehicle's electrical system, the vehicle battery reverse polarity sensor 10 monitors the polarity of the vehicle battery 72. As described later, the booster device prevents the lithium battery pack from being connected to the vehicle battery 72 if the terminals of the battery 72 are connected to the wrong terminals of the booster device. The vehicle battery isolation sensor 12 detects whether the vehicle battery 72 is connected to the booster device and prevents the lithium battery pack from being connected to the output terminals unless a good (e.g., rechargeable) battery is connected to the output terminals.

[0198] The smart switch FET circuit 15 electrically switches the handheld battery booster lithium battery to the vehicle's electrical system only when the MCU 1 determines that a vehicle battery is present (according to the detection signal provided by the isolation sensor 12) and that it is connected with the correct polarity (according to the detection signal provided by the reverse polarity sensor 10). The lithium battery temperature sensor 20 monitors the temperature of the lithium battery pack 32 and detects overheating due to high ambient temperature and excessive current draw during jump-starting. The lithium battery voltage measurement circuit 24 monitors the voltage of the lithium battery pack 32 and prevents the voltage from rising excessively during charging or falling excessively during discharging.

[0199] The lithium battery reverse charge protection diode 28 prevents the charging current supplied to the vehicle's battery 72 from flowing back from the vehicle's electrical system to the lithium battery pack 32. The flashlight LED circuit 36 ​​not only provides a flashlight function to improve illumination under the vehicle's hood in the dark, but also provides SOS lighting and strobe lighting functions for safety if the vehicle stops in a dangerous location. The voltage regulator 42 adjusts the internal operating voltage of the microcontroller and sensors. The on / off manual mode and flashlight switch 46 allow the user to control the power on of the handheld battery booster device, control manual override operation when the vehicle has no battery, and control the flashlight function. The manual button functions only when the booster device is powered on. This button enables jump-starting of vehicles with a missing battery or with a very low battery voltage that cannot be automatically detected by the MCU. When the user presses and holds the manual override button for a predetermined time (e.g., 3 seconds) to prevent accidental activation of manual mode, the power from the internal lithium-ion battery is switched to the vehicle battery connection port. The only exception to manual override is when the vehicle battery is reversed. If the vehicle battery is reversed, the power from the internal lithium battery will absolutely not be switched to the vehicle battery connection port.

[0200] The USB charging circuit 52 converts power from any USB charger into the charging voltage and current required to charge the lithium battery pack 32. The USB output 56 provides a USB portable charger for charging smartphones, tablets, and other rechargeable electronic devices. The operation indicator LED 60 visually displays the lithium battery capacity status and also indicates the operational status of the smart switch (indicating that power is supplied to the vehicle's electrical system).

[0201] The detailed operation of the handheld booster device will be explained with reference to the schematic diagrams in Figures 2A-2C. As shown in Figure 2A, the microcontroller unit 1 is central to all inputs and outputs. The reverse polarity detection sensor 10 includes an optically coupled isolated phototransistor (4N27) connected to the terminals of the vehicle battery 72 at input pins 1 and 2, and a diode D8 connected to the lead conductor of pin 1 (associated with the negative terminal CB-), so that when the battery 72 is connected to the booster device terminals with the correct polarity, the optocoupler LED 11 does not conduct current and therefore turns off, outputting a "1" or "high" output signal to the MCU 1. The vehicle battery isolation sensor 12 includes an isolation phototransistor (4N27) photoelectrically coupled to the terminals of the vehicle battery 72 via input pins 1 and 2, with a diode D7 connected to the lead wire of pin 1 (associated with the positive terminal CB+), so that when the battery 72 is connected to the terminals of the booster device with the correct polarity, the photoelectric coupler LED 11A flows current and therefore lights up, sending a "0" or "low" output signal to the MCU, indicating that a battery is present between the jumper output terminals of the handheld booster device.

[0202] If the vehicle battery 72 is connected to the handheld booster device in reverse polarity, the photoelectric coupler LED 11 of the reverse polarity sensor 10 will conduct current and send a "0" or "low" signal to the microcontroller unit 1. Furthermore, if the battery is not connected to the handheld booster device, the photoelectric coupler LED 11A of the isolation sensor 12 will not conduct current and will therefore be off, sending a "1" or "high" output signal to the MCU, indicating that the battery is not connected to the handheld booster device. Using these specific inputs, the microcontroller software of the MCU 1 determines when to safely turn on the smart switch FET 15, thereby connecting the lithium battery pack to the jumper terminal of the booster device. Thus, if the vehicle battery 72 is not connected to the booster device or is connected in reverse polarity, the MCU 1 prevents the smart switch FET 15 from turning on, preventing sparks / short circuits in the lithium battery pack.

[0203] As shown in Figure 2B, the FET smart switch 15 is driven by the output of the microcontroller 1. The FET smart switch 15 has three FETs (Q15, Q18, and Q19) connected in parallel, distributing the power from the lithium battery pack across the FETs. When the output of the microcontroller is driven to a logic low, all FETs 16 become high-resistance, making it impossible for current to flow from the negative contact 17 of the internal lithium battery to the negative contact of the vehicle battery 72. When the output of the microcontroller is driven to a logic high, the FETs 16 (Q15, Q18, and Q19) become low-resistance, allowing current to flow freely from the negative contact 17 (LB-) of the internal lithium battery pack to the negative contact (CB-) of the vehicle battery 72. In this way, the microcontroller software controls the connection between the internal lithium battery pack 32 and the vehicle battery 72 in order to start the car engine.

[0204] Referring to FIG. 2A, the voltage of the internal lithium battery pack can be accurately measured using circuit 24 and one of the analog-digital inputs of microcontroller 1. Circuit 24 is designed to detect when the voltage of the main 3.3V regulator 42 is turned on and turn on transistor 23 when the voltage of regulator 42 is turned on. When transistor 23 is in the conducting state, it turns on FET 22, providing a conduction path between the positive contact (LB+) of the internal lithium battery and voltage divider 21, supplying the low voltage range that the microcontroller reads. Using this input, the microcontroller software determines if the lithium battery voltage is too low during the discharge operation or too high during the charging operation, and takes appropriate measures to prevent damage to the electronic components.

[0205] Referring to FIG. 2A, the temperature of the internal lithium battery pack 32 can be accurately measured by two negative temperature coefficient (NTC) devices 20. These are devices whose resistance decreases as the temperature rises. This circuit is a voltage divider circuit that supplies the results to two analog-digital (A / D) inputs of microcontroller 1. The microcontroller software determines if the internal lithium battery is overheated to a state where it cannot be jump-started, adding safety to the design. The main voltage regulator circuit 42 is designed to convert the voltage of the internal lithium battery to a regulated 3.3 volts that is used as the internal operating power supply for microcontroller 1 and other components of the booster device. Three lithium battery reverse charge protection diodes 28 (see FIG. 2B) permit only current flowing from the internal lithium battery pack 32 to the vehicle battery 72, preventing reverse current from the vehicle battery to the internal lithium battery. This prevents reverse charging (and thus damage) to the internal lithium battery even when the vehicle electrical system is being charged by the alternator, providing additional safety.

[0206] The main power switch 46 (Fig. 2A) is a two-pole, two-throw (double pole, double throw) combination that can be toggled on or off by pressing it once. When the product is off, pressing it turns it on; when it's on, pressing it turns it off. When this circuit is activated by the on-switch, it uses the output 47 of the microcontroller to "maintain" power. When the switch is pressed, the microcontroller switches this output to a high logic level to hold the power even after the switch is released. This allows the microcontroller to control when to cut power, such as when the on / off switch is operated again or when the lithium battery voltage drops too low. The microcontroller's software also includes a timer that turns off the power after a predefined time (e.g., 8 hours) when not in use.

[0207] The flashlight LED circuit 45 shown in Fig. 2B controls the operation of the flashlight LED. Two outputs of the microcontroller 1 are assigned to two separate LEDs. Thus, the LEDs can be independently controlled by software for strobe and SOS patterns, providing an additional safety feature for the booster device. The LED indicators provide the feedback necessary for the operator to understand what is happening with the product. Four separate LEDs 61 (Fig. 2A) are controlled by the corresponding individual outputs of the microcontroller 1 to provide an indication of the remaining capacity of the internal lithium battery. These LEDs are controlled in a "fuel gauge" format, showing remaining levels of 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% (red, red, yellow, green). The LED indicator 63 (Fig. 2B) provides a visual warning to the user if the vehicle battery 72 is connected with reverse polarity. The "Boost" and on / off LEDs 62 provide visual indications when the booster device is supplying jump-start power and when the booster device is on, respectively.

[0208] The USB output 56 circuit (Figure 2C) is included to provide a USB output for charging portable electronic devices such as smartphones from the internal lithium battery pack 32. A control circuit 57 from the microcontroller 1 allows the USB output 56 to be software-controlled on / off to prevent excessive depletion of the internal lithium battery capacity. The USB output is connected to the outside of the device via a standard USB connector 58 and includes a standard voltage divider circuit necessary to enable charging of certain smartphones.

[0209] The USB charging circuit 52 allows the internal lithium battery pack 32 to be charged using a standard USB charger. This charging input uses a standard micro USB connector 48, which allows the use of a standard cable. The 5V voltage supplied from the standard USB charger is boosted by the DC-DC converter 49 to the 12.4V DC voltage required to charge the internal lithium-ion battery pack. The DC-DC converter 49 can be switched on / off via circuit 53 by the output from the microcontroller 1.

[0210] In this way, the microcontroller software can turn off charging if the battery voltage is measured to be too high by the A / D input 22. An additional safety feature is provided to prevent overcharging of the internal lithium battery by using a lithium battery charge controller 50 that provides charge balance to the internal lithium battery cells 51. This controller also provides safety redundancy to prevent over-discharging of the internal lithium battery.

[0211] Figure 3 shows a perspective view of a handheld device 300 according to an embodiment of the present invention. 301 is a power switch. 302 shows an LED "fuel gauge" indicator 61. 303 shows a 12-volt output port that can be connected to a cable device 400 described later. 304 shows a flashlight control switch for turning on a flashlight LED 45. 305 is a USB input port for charging the internal lithium battery, and 306 is a USB output port for supplying power from the lithium battery to other portable devices such as smartphones, tablets, and music players. 307 is a "boost on" indicator that power is supplied to the 12V output port. 308 is a "reverse" indicator that the vehicle battery is improperly connected with reverse polarity. 309 is a "power on" indicator that the device is powered on for operation.

[0212] Figure 4 shows a jumper cable device 400 designed specifically for the handheld device 300. The device 400 includes a plug 401 configured to plug into the 12-volt output port 303 of the handheld device 300. A pair of cables 402a and 402b are integrally formed with the plug 401 and connected to battery terminal clamps 403a and 403b via ring terminals 404a and 404b, respectively. The output port 303 and the plug 401 are dimensioned such that the plug 401 can only be inserted into the output port 303 in a specific orientation, thereby ensuring that clamp 403a corresponds to the positive terminal and clamp 403b corresponds to the negative terminal, as indicated. Furthermore, the ring terminals 404a and 404b can be configured to be detached from the clamps and connected directly to the terminals of the vehicle's battery. This feature may be useful, for example, when the cables 302a-302b are to be permanently fixed to the vehicle's battery. If the battery voltage drops, the handheld booster device 300 can be properly connected to the battery simply by plugging the plug 401 into the output port 303.

[0213] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram showing a jump starter / air pump device 400 comprising a jump starter or jump charger 410a and an air pump or air compressor 410b. The jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor 410b are housed in a single cover 420 (e.g., a housing or case) or in separate covers (e.g., covers connected to each other, covers in which one cover fits into the other, or covers in which one cover fits into the other). docking It can be housed inside a cover, etc. For example, the air pump or air compressor 410b can be detachably installed inside the jump starter or jump charger 410a. The air pump may include one or more selected from the group of, for example, an air compressor, rotary air compressor, reciprocating air compressor, air tank, electric motor, hydraulic motor, pneumatic motor, control device, piping, and air hose. Other known air pump structures, arrangements, or systems can be used in the combined jump starter / air pump 400. Control of the air pump or air compressor 410b can be incorporated into the MCU1 shown in Figure 1, or a separate control device can be provided and controlled by, for example, the MCU1. The jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor 410b are powered by the same battery (for example, a rechargeable battery, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery housed inside or outside the cover 420 shown in Figure 5). Alternatively, the jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor can be powered by separate batteries (e.g., separate rechargeable batteries, separate lithium-ion batteries).

[0214] Figure 6 shows a jump starter / air pump device 400 according to the present invention. For example, the vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 3 includes an air pump 410 that provides both jump starter and air pump components and functions within the same cover 420 (e.g., cover, housing, or casing). The jump starter / air pump device 400, shown in Figures 1-4, combines all the components and parts of the jump starter device 300 described above with the components and parts of an air pump (e.g., an air pump 410b shown in Figure 5) for supplying pressurized air. For example, the jump starter / air pump device 400 includes an air hose 411, an air supply port 412, an air hose connector 413 with a connecting end 414, an external air hose 415, and an air valve connector 416 (e.g., a tire valve connector). The air hose connector 413, the external air hose 415, and the air valve connector 416 are connected to each other. For example, these components are connected to each other and are detachably connected as a single unit from the jump starter / air pump device 400. The air supply port may extend through the cover, display, and / or cover / display.

[0215] The jump starter / air pump system 400 may include a single battery (e.g., a lithium-ion battery) for supplying electrical energy to the jump starter or jump charger 410a (Figure 5) and / or the air pump or air compressor 410b. By incorporating a manual or electric switch, the jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor 410b can be powered simultaneously or selectively. Alternatively, the jump starter / air pump system 400 may also include two or more batteries for independently supplying power to the jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor 410b.

[0216] The jump starter / air pump device 400 may include a fan to cool the device before, during, and / or after use. Alternatively, or in addition, the jump starter / air pump device 420 may use an air pump or air compressor 410b to supply cooling air internally and cool the jump starter / air compressor combination 400. For example, the internal high-pressure air hose 411 (Figure 6) may be provided with vents and / or valves to control and release air within the cover 420, and cooling may be achieved by releasing air through the vents.

[0217] The jump starter / air pump device 400 can be controlled (e.g., by manual or electric switch) and operated (e.g., by control and control circuit and / or MCU1) to utilize, for example, one or more batteries (e.g., rechargeable batteries, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries) located within the jump starter / air pump device 400. Alternatively, the jump starter / air pump device 400 can be powered by combining one or more batteries located within the jump starter / air pump device 400 with an external battery (e.g., a vehicle battery). For example, the jump starter / air pump device 400 can be electrically connected to a vehicle battery using a clamped cable assembly or connected to a cigarette lighter socket using a power cable. The jump starter / air pump device 400 may include the following additional functions:

[0218] 1) A digital air pressure (e.g., psi) gauge or display device (e.g., a digital air pressure gauge located on the front display located on the cover of a combined jump starter / air pump 400); 2) A switch for pre-setting the target air pressure (for example, a switch on the front display or cover, in addition to the display itself); 3) Provide a separate power supply to the jump starter / air pump device 400 (e.g., a manual and / or automatic switch connected to the power circuit); 4) Provide a single battery operating mode (for example, one lithium-ion battery powers both the jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor 410b); 5) To provide multiple batteries and enable diverse operating modes (for example, using one or two batteries to power a jump starter and / or air compressor); 6) Charge the battery with a DC or AC power source using a suitable charger or converter, or power the jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor 410b (e.g., an integrated electrical and air supply port (e.g., a single port located in the cover that provides power and air supply connections)); 7) Operating the cooling fan in various modes (for example, the cooling fan operates only while the jump starter / air pump device 400 is operating; the cooling fan operates after the jump starter has been operated; an internal temperature sensor controls the operation of the cooling fan based on a set temperature level); and 8) A cooling fan powered by a separate battery (for example, a separate battery is provided to power the cooling fan when the combined jump starter / air pump 400 is operating simultaneously).

[0219] Another vehicle battery jump starter 1010 according to the present invention is shown in Figures 7 to 14. The battery jump starter 1010 may be equipped with an air pump for providing a jump starter / air pump device.

[0220] The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 can be equipped with an air pump for providing both a jump start function and an air pump function. The jump start function is provided by a jump starter for jump starting a vehicle, and the air pump function is provided by an air pump for supplying compressed air to an article such as a vehicle tire. Details of the arrangement or configuration of the device combining the jump starter and the air pump will be described in detail below. The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 includes a cover 1012 to which a handle 1014 is attached and has a specific design shown, as shown in FIGS. 7 to 14.

[0221] The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 includes a front interface 1016 having a power button 1017 for switching on / off the power supply, and an electric control switch 1018 having a control knob 18a for operating internal controls. The control switch 1018 is configured to reciprocally rotate the control knob 1018a between a first position (12V mode) and a second position (24V mode) according to a specific voltage system (e.g., 12V, 24V) of the vehicle to be jump started.

[0222] As shown in FIG. 7, the interface 1016 can include the following mechanisms. 1) A power button 1017; 2) A power LED (e.g., a white LED); 3) A 12V mode LED (e.g., a white LED); 4) A 24V mode LED (e.g., a blue LED); 5) An error LED (e.g., a red LED); 6) A low temperature error LED (e.g., a blue LED); 7) A high temperature error LED (e.g., a red LED); 8) An internal battery fuel gauge LED (e.g., red, red, amber, green LEDs); 9) A flashlight mode button; 10) A flashlight LED (e.g., a white LED); 12) A 12V input LED (e.g., a white / red LED); 13) 12V output LED (e.g., white / red LED); 14) USB output LED (e.g., white LED); 15) Manual override button: 16) Manual override LED red: 17) Voltmeter indicator LED (e.g., white LED); 18) 12V mode LED (e.g., white LED); 19) 24V mode LED (e.g., blue LED); and 20) Boost LED (e.g., white LED).

[0223] The above mechanism can be modified by changing the color and arrangement of the surface of interface 1016.

[0224] The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 further includes a port 1020 having a left port 1020a and a right port 1020b, as shown in Figure 8. The port 1020 is configured to extend through a through-hole 1016a located in the lower right of the interface 1016. The left port 1020a accepts two 2.1 amp (A) USB output ports 1020c and 1020d, as shown in Figure 8, and the right port 1020b accepts an 18A 12V XGC output port 1020e and a 5A 12V XGC input port 1020e. The cover 1012 is provided with an elastic sealing cap 1022, which includes a left sealing cap 1022a for sealing the left port 1020a when the vehicle battery jump starter 1010 is not in use, and a right sealing cap 1022b for sealing the right port 1020b.

[0225] On the left side of the vehicle battery jump starter 1010, there is also a pair of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) 1028 for using the vehicle battery jump starter 1010 as a work light. For example, the LED 1028 is a dual 1100 lumen high-intensity LED floodlight, as shown in Figures 7, 10, and 14. The LED 1028 has seven operating modes: 100% brightness, 50% brightness, 10% brightness, SOS (emergency protocol), flashing, strobe, and off.

[0226] The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 is fitted with a heat sink 1029 (Figure 7) to dissipate heat from the LED 1028. For example, the heat sink 1029 is made of a thermally conductive material (e.g., a molded or die-cast aluminum heat sink). The rib structure shown in Figure 7 helps the heat sink 1029 transfer heat to the surrounding air, preventing the LED 1028 from overheating.

[0227] The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 is shown in Figure 7 without battery cables equipped with battery clamps for connecting the vehicle battery jump starter 1010 to the battery of the vehicle to be jump-started. The vehicle battery jump starter 1010 can be configured to detachably connect to a set of battery cables, each equipped with a battery clamp (e.g., positive battery cable and positive clamp, negative battery cable and negative clamp). Alternatively, the battery jump starter and air compressor device may be equipped with non-detachable battery cables that are directly hardwired to the device.

[0228] In the vehicle battery jump starter 1010 shown in Figures 7 and 10, a positive (+) cam lock 1024a and a negative (-) cam lock 1024b are provided on the left side of the vehicle battery jump starter 1010. The cam locks 1024a and 1024b are provided with receiving portions 1025a and 1025b (Figure 10) that are configured to be detachably connected to the connection end 1056a (Figure 11) of the positive battery cable 1056 and the connection end 1058a (Figure 10) of the negative battery cable 1058, respectively. The cam locks 1024a and 1024b are fitted with sealing caps 1026 (Figure 7) to close and seal the receiving portions 1025a and 1025b of the cam locks 1024a and 1024b when the vehicle battery jump starter 1010 is not in use.

[0229] Figure 15 shows the power supply circuit 1030 of the vehicle battery jump starter 1010.

[0230] The power supply circuit 1030 includes two separate lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries 1032 (e.g., two 12V lithium-ion batteries), each connected to a control switch 1018 via cable sections 1034 and 1036 (e.g., insulated copper cable sections). The control switch 1018 is connected to a reverse current diode array 1048 (i.e., a reverse current protection device) via cable section 1044, and the control switch 1018 is connected to a smart switch 1050 (e.g., a 500A solenoid device) via cable section 1040, as shown in Figure 15.

[0231] The reverse current diode array 1048 is connected to one battery 1032 via cable section 1044, as shown in Figure 15, and the smart switch 1050 is connected to the other battery 1032 via cable section 1046.

[0232] A positive battery cable 1056, which has a positive battery clamp 1060, is detachably connected to a positive cam lock 1025a (Figure 15) which is connected to a reverse current diode array 1048 via a cable section 1052.

[0233] The negative battery cable 1058, which has a negative battery clamp 1062, is detachably connected to a negative cam lock 1025b (Figure 15) which is connected to a smart switch 1050 via a cable section 1054.

[0234] In the first embodiment of the power supply circuit 1030 described above, the electrical components of the power supply circuit 1030 are connected to one another via cable sections (e.g., large-diameter flexible insulated copper cable sections). The ends of the cable sections are soldered and / or mechanically fixed to each electrical component to provide highly conductive electrical connections between the electrical components.

[0235] In the modified first embodiment shown in Figure 16, the battery cables 1056 and 1058 are directly hardwired to the reverse current diode array 1048 and the smart switch 1050, respectively, and because there are no cam locks 1025a and 1025b, the battery cables 1056 and 1058 cannot be removed.

[0236] In the second embodiment of the power supply circuit described below, the cable sections 1036, 1040, 1042, and 1044, which are located between the lithium-ion battery 1032 and the reverse current diode array 1048 and the smart switch 1050 respectively, are replaced with highly conductive rigid frames.

[0237] Figure 18 shows the control switch 1018 assembly. 21 As shown below, the control switch 1018 includes the following components. 1) Control knob 1018a; 2) Front housing 1072; 3) Rear housing 1074; 4) Rotor 1076 having collar 1076a, leg portion 1076b, and leg portion 1076c; 5) Spring 1078; 6) Pivot contacts 1080 each having two contacts (e.g., slot 1080c); 7) Separate terminals 1082, 1084, 1086, 1088; 8) Connected terminals 1090, 1092; 9) Conductive bar 1094; 10) O-ring 1096; 11) O-ring 1098; and 12) O-ring 1100.

[0238] The control knob 1018a has rear extensions 1018b and 1018c. The extension 1018c has a T-shaped cross-section for connecting to a T-shaped recess 1076e (Figure 18) of the rotor 1076 during assembly. The rotor 1076 is provided with a flange 1076a for receiving the rear extension 1018b (for example, with a circular cross-section).

[0239] The pair of legs 1076c (e.g., U-shaped legs) of the rotor 1076 each partially receive a spring 1078, which applies force to the pivot contact 1080 and maintains highly conductive contact with the selected contacts 1082b to 1092c of the terminals 1082 to 1092.

[0240] Each pivot contact 1080 has a pivot contact plate 1080a having a central slot 1080b configured to receive the ends of each leg 1076b of the rotor 1076. As the rotor 1076 rotates, each leg 1076b acts to pivot each pivot contact plate 1080a.

[0241] Furthermore, the pivot contact plate 1080a is provided with a pair of spaced-apart through holes 1080c (for example, elliptical through holes) that function as two contact points with selected contacts 1082c to 1092c of terminals 1082 to 1092.

[0242] Each terminal 1082-1092 has a threaded post 1082a-1092a, a spacer plate 1082b-1092b, and a conductive bar 1094, respectively, and the contacts 1082c-1092c are all arranged on the same plane (i.e., a plane perpendicular to the long axis of the control switch 1018), thereby enabling selective pivot rotation of the pivot contact 1080. The threaded posts 1082a-1092a of terminals 1082-1092 are each inserted into through holes 1074a of the rear housing 1074. As shown in Figure 18, O-rings 1096, 1098, and 1100 seal and separate the various components of the control switch 1018. After the control switch 1018 is assembled, the set of screws 1075 are connected to the anchor 1074b of the rear housing 1074, securing the front housing 1072 to the rear housing 1074 as shown in Figure 18.

[0243] The control switch 1018 is a 12V / 24V selectable switch, as shown in Figure 19. The configuration of the pivot contact 1080 in the first position or "position 1" (i.e., parallel position) is shown on the left side of Figure 19, and the second position or "position 2" (i.e., series position) is shown on the right side of Figure 19.

[0244] The rear view of the control switch 1018 is shown in Figure 20. Another highly conductive bar 1094 is provided on the rear outer surface of the rear housing 1074. The fully assembled control switch 1018 is shown in Figure 21.

[0245] A second embodiment of the vehicle battery jump starter 1110 is shown in Figures 20 to 25 with the cover 1112 removed. The cover of the battery jump starter and air compressor 1110 is the same as the cover 1012 of the battery jump starter and air compressor 1010 shown in Figures 7 to 14.

[0246] In a second embodiment of the vehicle battery jump starter 1110, compared to the battery jump start and air compressor device 1010 shown in Figures 7-14, the cable sections 1034, 1036, 1040, 1042, 1044, and 1046 (Figure 15) are replaced with a highly conductive frame 1170.

[0247] The vehicle battery jump starter 1110 includes a pair of 12V lithium-ion batteries 1132 directly connected to a highly conductive, rigid frame 1170. Specifically, the tabs (not shown) of the lithium-ion batteries are soldered to the highly conductive, rigid frame 1170.

[0248] The vehicle battery jump starter 1110 comprises a jump starter device for jump-starting a vehicle and an air compressor device for supplying a high-pressure air source for filling items such as vehicle tires. The jump starter / air compressor device, the jump starter device, and the air compressor device are described in detail below.

[0249] The highly conductive rigid frame 1170 is constructed by connecting a plurality of highly conductive rigid frame members 1134, 1136, 1140, 1142, 1144, 1146, 1152, and 1154 by mechanical fasteners (e.g., copper nuts and / or bolt fasteners) and / or soldering. For example, the highly conductive rigid frame members are formed from highly conductive rigid copper rods. Alternatively, the highly conductive rigid copper rods can be replaced with highly conductive rigid copper plates, rods, tubes, or other appropriately configured highly conductive copper materials (e.g., copper materials). The highly conductive rigid frame members 1134, 1136, 1140, 1142, 1144, and 1146 can be insulated (e.g., heat-shrinkable insulation) at least in critical parts to prevent internal short circuits.

[0250] High-conductivity rigid frame members may be configured with flattened ends (e.g., press-formed ends) having through holes, which provide part of the mechanical connection for connecting continuous or adjacent high-conductivity rigid frame members and / or electrical components using high-conductivity nut and bolt fasteners (e.g., copper bolts and nuts). Furthermore, high-conductivity rigid frame members may be formed on the base (e.g., plate or bar portion) of electrical components. For example, the reverse current diode assembly 1148 has three base parts, which are: (1) an upper high-conductivity rigid bar 1148a (Figure 22) having a flattened end 1148aa connected to a flattened end 1144a of a high-conductivity rigid frame member 1144 by a high-conductivity fastener 1206 (for example, made of copper) having a high-conductivity bolt 1206a and a high-conductivity nut 1206b; (2) a lower high-conductivity rigid bar 1148b formed from the flat end of the high-conductivity rigid frame member 1144; and (3) a central high-conductivity rigid bar 1148c formed from the flat end of the high-conductivity rigid frame member 1152.

[0251] As another example, the smart switch 1150 (Figure 22) includes a highly conductive rigid plate 1150a that serves as a base for supporting the solenoid 1150b. The highly conductive rigid plate 1150a is provided with through holes for connecting a highly conductive rigid frame member (e.g., a highly conductive rigid frame member 1142) to the smart switch 1150 using highly conductive fasteners 1206.

[0252] The materials selected for the manufacture of the high-conductivity rigid frame 1170 (e.g., copper rods, plates, bars, tubes) have sufficient thickness to ensure high conductivity and sufficient rigidity. The "rigidity" characteristics of the high-conductivity rigid frame 1170 provide the advantage that the high-conductivity rigid frame maintains structural strength and stability during storage and use of the battery jump-start and air compressor device 1110.

[0253] For example, the highly conductive rigid frame 1170 is designed and constructed to adequately prevent flexing, movement, bending, and / or displacement during storage or use, thereby preventing the highly conductive rigid frame from coming into contact with other internal electrical components or parts of the electronic assembly and causing an electrical short circuit. This “rigid” characteristic is important due to the highly conductive path of electrical energy from the lithium-ion battery through the power circuit to the battery clamp. The object and feature of the present invention is to reduce or minimize electrical resistance by using the arrangement of the highly conductive rigid frame 1170 in a heavy load-bearing configuration, thereby conducting as much power as possible from the lithium-ion battery to the battery being jump-started by a battery jump-start and air-compression device.

[0254] Alternatively, the high-conductivity rigid frame 1170 can be constructed as a single component without mechanically fastened joints. For example, the high-conductivity rigid frame can be manufactured from a single material and then formed into a high-conductivity rigid frame. For example, a billet of high-conductivity copper can be machined (e.g., milled, turned, drilled) to form a high-conductivity rigid frame. Another example is that a sheet or plate of copper can be bent and / or machined to form a high-conductivity rigid frame. Yet another alternative is that the high-conductivity rigid frame can be formed by metal casting (e.g., the lost-wax method).

[0255] As an alternative, the high-conductivity rigid frame 1170 can be made by joining multiple high-conductivity rigid frame members together to form a single integrated structure. For example, the high-conductivity rigid frame can be made by bending and soldering and / or welding together highly conductive materials (e.g., copper rods, plates, bars, tubes).

[0256] The vehicle battery jump starter 1110 further includes a resistor array 1202 (e.g., 12V 5A XGC) with a printed circuit board (PCB) 1202a supporting an array of individual resistors 1202b, as shown in Figures 23 and 25. PCB 1202a also supports dual 2.1 amp (A) USB output ports 1120c, 1120d, an 18A 12V XGC output port 1020e, and a 5A 12V XGC input port 1020e.

[0257] On the left side of the vehicle battery jump starter 1110, a pair of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) 1128 are also mounted for use as a work light. For example, the LEDs 1128 are dual 1100-lumen high-brightness LED floodlights, as shown in Figure 22. The LEDs 1128 are configured with seven operating modes: 100% brightness, 50% brightness, 10% brightness, SOS (emergency protocol), flashing, strobe, and off.

[0258] The vehicle battery jump starter 1110 is fitted with a heat sink 1129 (Figure 22) to dissipate heat from the LED 1128. For example, the heat sink 1129 is made of a thermally conductive material (e.g., molded or die-cast metal sheet). The heat sink 1129 is provided with ribs 1129a that transfer heat to the surrounding air to prevent the LED 1128 from overheating.

[0259] The vehicle battery jump starter 1110 is shown in Figure 22 without battery cables equipped with battery clamps for connecting the battery jump starter and air compressor 1110 to the battery of the vehicle to be jump-started. The vehicle battery jump starter 1110 can be configured to detachably connect to a battery cable set equipped with battery clamps (e.g., positive battery cable and positive clamp, negative battery cable and negative clamp). For example, the detachable battery cables 1056, 1058 and battery clamps 1060, 1062 shown in Figure 15 can be detachably connected to the cam locks 1124a, 1124b of the battery jump starter and air compressor 1110. Alternatively, the vehicle battery jump starter 1110 may be fitted with battery cables equipped with non-removable clamps, identical or similar to those shown in Figure 16, which are hardwired to the device.

[0260] For example, on the left side of the vehicle battery jump starter 1110, as shown in Figure 22, a positive (+) cam lock 1124a and a negative (-) cam lock 1124b are provided. The cam locks 1124a and 1124b are provided with receiving portions 1125a and 1125b for detachably connecting to the connection end 1156a (Figure 17) of the positive battery cable 156 and the connection end 158a of the negative battery cable 158, respectively. When the battery jump starter and air compressor device 1110 is not in use, the cam locks 1124a and 1124b can be fitted with a sealing cap equivalent to or similar to the sealing cap 126 shown in Figure 7 to close and seal the receiving portions 1125a and 1125b of the cam locks 1124a and 1124b.

[0261] The battery jump starter and air compressor 1110 includes a main printed circuit board 1208 that serves as the base for the control knob 1018a and the LED of the interface 1016, and supports other electrical components of the battery jump starter and air compressor 1110.

[0262] A third embodiment of the vehicle battery jump starter 1210 is shown in Figures 32-37. In this embodiment, the highly conductive rigid frame is made from a flat copper bar with a rectangular cross-sectional shape. The flat copper bar is bent to at least partially enclose the lithium-ion battery.

[0263] Camlock connector Again, the battery cables 1056 and 1058 (Figure 16) can be detachably connected to the battery jump-start and air compressor device 1010 via cam locks 1024a and 1024b (Figure 7) or cam locks 1124a and 1124b (Figure 22).

[0264] Cam locks 1024a, 1124b, 1024b, 1124b, and cables 1056, 1058 (Figure 15) have conductive ends 1056a, 1056b (Figure 17) and can each have the structure of a cam lock connector 1027 as shown in Figures 38 to 51.

[0265] The camlock connector 1027 can also be used for other applications besides the battery jump-start and air compressor device according to the present invention, for detachably connecting conductive electrical cables to electronic equipment.

[0266] The cam lock connector 1027 includes a male cam lock end 1027a and a female cam lock end 1027b for detachably connecting battery cables 1056 and 1058 (Figure 16) to the vehicle battery jump starter 1010, respectively.

[0267] The male cam lock end 1027a includes a pin 1027aa having teeth 1027ab. The female cam lock end 1027b has a receiving portion 1027ba having a slot 1027bb and a hexagonal portion 1027bc integrally formed with the receiving portion 1027ba. The receiving portion 1027ba is configured to receive the pin 1027aa and teeth 1027ab of the male cam lock end 1027a. Specifically, the pin 1027aa and teeth 1027ab of the male cam lock end 1027a can be inserted a predetermined distance into the receiving portion 1027ba and slot 1027bb until the teeth 1027ab contact the inner surface of the internal threads of the female cam lock 1027b (Figure 39). The male cam lock end 1027a can be rotated (for example clockwise) to tighten it within the female cam lock end 1027b until the end face 1027ac of the male cam lock end 1027a engages with the end face 1027bc of the female cam lock end 1027b. The more the cam lock 1024 is tightened, the better the electrical connection between the male cam lock end 1027a and the female cam lock end 1027b.

[0268] As shown in Figure 40, a molded rubber cover 1031 is attached to the male cam lock end 1027a to insulate the male cam lock end 1027a and improve grip strength. A highly conductive cable 1033 is electrically and mechanically connected to the male cam lock end 1027a and is routed through a passage in the molded rubber cover 1031.

[0269] The assembly of the male cam lock 1027a is shown in Figure 41. The male cam lock 1027a is provided with a screw hole 1037 for receiving a hexagonal head fastener 1039. One end of the male cam lock 1027a is provided with a receptacle 1027ad for accommodating a copper sleeve 1041 attached to the end of the inner conductor 1056a of the battery cable 1056. The copper sleeve 1041 is soldered to the inner conductor 1056a using solder 1043.

[0270] As shown in Figure 42, the copper sleeve 1041 is fitted into the receiving portion 1027ad of the male cam lock end 1027a. As shown in Figure 42, once the copper sleeve 1041 is fully inserted into the receiving portion 1027 of the male cam lock end 1027a, the hexagonal head fastener is screwed into the screw hole 1037 and tightened, as shown in Figure 43.

[0271] It should be noted that the inner end of the hexagonal head fastener, when tightened sufficiently to securely fasten the copper sleeve 1041 and inner conductor 1056a of the battery cable 1056, forms an indentation 1045 for mechanically and electrically connecting the cable 1056 to the male cam lock end 1027a. The rubber molded cover 1031 is provided with one or more inwardly extending projections 1031a (Figure 32) that engage with one or more slots 1027ae on the outer surface of the male cam lock end 1027a (Figure 44).

[0272] Again, the male cam lock end 1027a and the female cam lock end 1027b are configured to tighten against each other when the male cam lock end 1027a is inserted into the female cam lock end 1027b and rotated.

[0273] As shown in Figure 46, the female cam lock end 1027b is provided with a receiving portion 1027ba and a slot 1027bb for receiving the end of the male cam lock end 1027a. The slot 1027bb is provided with a surface 1027bba that functions as a stopper for the teeth 1027ab of the male cam lock end 1027a. The receiving portion 1027ba is provided with a female thread 1027baa that engages with the teeth 1027ab of the male cam lock end 1027a to enable a screw connection between them. Specifically, the teeth 1027ab engage with the surface 1027bba, preventing them from being further inserted into the receiving portion 1027ba of the female cam lock end 1027b. As the male cam lock end 1027a rotates, the teeth 1027ab engage with the internal thread 1027baa of the receiving portion 1027ba of the female cam lock end 1027b, and the teeth 1027ab begin to tighten the male cam lock end 1027a into the female cam lock end 1027b as they contact the edge of the internal thread 1027baa. The male cam lock end 1027a is rotated further to further tighten the connection with the female cam lock end 1027b. When the surface 1027ac (Figure 38) of the male cam lock end 1027a engages with the surface 1027bd of the female cam lock end 1027b, the cam lock ends 1027a and 1027b are fully engaged and rotation stops.

[0274] The female cam lock end 1027b is received in a rubber molded cover 1051 having cover portions 1051a and 1051b, as shown in Figures 48-51. The female cam lock end 1027b (Figures 46 and 47) is provided with an internal thread 1027bf (Figure 46) to receive a bolt 1047 and a lock washer 1049 (Figure 47), and the female cam lock end 1027b is connected to a battery jump start and air compressor device 1010 (for example, connected to the base plate of a smart switch 1050 (Figure 15)).

[0275] The female cam lock end 1027b is received within the molded rubber cover portions 1051a and 1051b, as shown in Figures 47-49. The molded rubber cover portions 1051a and 1051b are fitted onto the threaded portion 1027be (Figure 51) of the female cam lock end 1027b, and then secured using a nut 1053 and a lock washer 1055. The molded rubber cover portion 1051a is provided with an outwardly protruding projection 1051aa.

[0276] Electrically controlled switch backlight system The vehicle battery jump charger 1010 or 1110 includes, for example, the figure shown. 7-14, and As shown in 52-56, the electrically controlled switch backlight system Mu It can be established.

[0277] For example, an electrically controlled switch backlight system Mu is , control knob 1018a or 1018b Interface 1016 Or 1116 (For example, a membrane label), and a control switch 1018 with a main printed circuit board 1208. or 1118 Includes.

[0278] Control knob 1018a or 1018b It is formed from plastic (for example, an injection-molded plastic part). For example, control knob 1018a or 1018b It is mainly formed from colored opaque plastic material selected to prevent light transmission through its transparency, with transparent plastic slots inside. 1118c It is molded (e.g., insert molding). Transparent plastic slot 1118c Interface 1016 Or 1116 It functions as a light window for light emitted from one or more backlight LEDs mounted on it, and interface 1016 Or 1116 Power button 1016a or 1117 When it is turned on (for example, via a touch-sensitive power switch), one or more LEDs light up, passing through interface 1016 and the light window. Alternatively, a transparent plastic slot 1118c control knob 1018a or 1118b It can also be replaced with an open slot that functions as a light window.

[0279] Control switch 1018 or 1118 This is a battery jump-start and air compressor device 1010 or 1110 A first position (position 1) for the 12V operating mode, and a battery jump start and air compressor device 1010 or 1110 It is rotatable between a second position (position 2) for the 24V operating mode. Figure 53 shows the power supply in the "on" state, and Figure 54 shows it in the "off" state.

[0280] figure 7-14 and 52- As shown in 55, interface 1016 Or 1116 It includes a 12V backlight indicator. Ta, 24V Backlight Indicator 1116b、 1016b, 12V backlight indicator; 1016c, 24V backlight indicator; 1016d, battery jump charger; 1010 or 1110 Variable display backlight indicator that shows the actual operating voltage. Ta, and power "on" indicator Ta It is provided.

[0281] Electrically controlled switch backlight system Mu is Battery jump-start and air compressor device 1010 or 1110 In the 12V operating mode, control switch 1018 or 1118 When the control switch 1018 is in "position 1", it can be configured to light up the white LED mounted on the printed circuit board 1208, and the control switch 1018 or 1118 Battery jump start and air compressor device 1010 Or 1110 When in "Position 2" of the 24V operating mode, the blue LED mounted on the printed circuit board 1208 can be configured to light up. As shown in Figure 53, the control knob 1118 No S B tt 1118c The light window formed by the control knob 1118When it is in "position 1", the interface 1116 12V backlight indicator cable Ta and They both light up. In addition, control knob 1118 When it is in "Position 2", the 24V backlight indicator 1116 b is a point Light it.

[0282] Electro-optical position detection switch system For example, the portable jump-start and air compressor device 1010 or 1110 can be configured as a lithium-ion starter with two applications, enabling jump-starting of either 12V or 24V large vehicles or equipment. This lightweight portable unit switches between 12V or 24V jump-start or operating modes using a manual rotary control switch 1018 and a control knob 1018a. Any of the portable jump-start devices described above according to the present invention may include an electro-optical position detection system 1300, as shown in Figures 57-59.

[0283] The portable jump starter 1010 uses two 12V lithium-ion batteries, connected in parallel for 12V jump starts and in series for 24V jump starts. The series or parallel connection is performed by a rotary control switch 1018 (e.g., a master switch), as shown in Figure 57.

[0284] The electro-optical position detection system 1300 is shown in Figure 58. The optical position detection system 1300 is configured to allow the system microcontroller to safely and effectively read the position of the control switch 1018. The optical position detection system 1300 includes a sensor 1302 (Figure 58) that uses optical coupling to ensure the complete isolation of the 12V to 24V rotary control switch 1018.

[0285] Figure 59 shows a schematic diagram of the optical position detection system 1300 circuit. The upper left portion of the schematic diagram includes transistor Q28 and resistors R165, R168, R161, and R163. This circuit functions as an electrical enable when the 3.3V power supply of the main system is "on". The purpose of this enable is to reduce parasitic current when the portable jump starter 10 is "off". When turned on, this enable allows current from battery A+ to flow through Q27, and Q27 functions as an electrical switch.

[0286] When Q27 is "on," current flows from battery A+ to battery B- when the batteries are connected in parallel. When the batteries are connected in series, no current flows because A+ and B- are connected through the control switch 1018.

[0287] Depending on whether or not there is current, the optical coupler provides a signal to the microcontroller indicating the position of the master switch.

[0288] The second part of the circuit diagram (i.e., the diagram located directly below the first circuit diagram) allows for the provision of an opposite signal to another input of the microcontroller. This gives the microcontroller an effective way to determine if the switch is in an "intermediate position," that is, if the switch is in an intermediate position rather than the 12V or 24V position. This allows the microcontroller to provide diagnostics if the user leaves the switch in an unusable position.

[0289] Dual battery diode bridge For example, the vehicle battery jump starter 1010 or 1110 may be provided with a dual diode battery bridge in the form of a reverse charge diode module 1148 configured to protect the vehicle battery from reverse charging after it has been jump-charged, as shown in Figure 60, for example.

[0290] The reverse charging diode module 1148 is configured to provide two diode channels 1148a and 1148b to support two battery systems (e.g., the two batteries of a jump starter 1110), and is bridged to each other to provide a peak current output during jump starting.

[0291] Figure 60 shows single-wire and dual-wire connections for the vehicle battery jump starter 1110. Each component is interconnected by a highly conductive rigid frame 1170, which includes copper bar members 1152. The copper bar members constituting the highly conductive rigid frame 1170 have higher conductivity than 2 / 0 copper cables. Furthermore, the connection points between the copper bar members of the highly conductive rigid frame 1170 are configured to reduce power loss compared to copper cables. The copper bar members of the highly conductive rigid frame 1170 can be replaced with other highly conductive metals (e.g., aluminum, nickel, plated metals, silver-plated metals, gold-plated metals, stainless steel, and other suitable highly conductive metal alloys).

[0292] A dual diode battery bridge having a reverse charging diode module 1148 is shown in Figure 61. The upper channel of diode 1148a supplies current through one 12V battery 1132, and the lower channel of diode 1148b supplies current through a second 12V battery 1132. The total current from both batteries 1132, passing through the two diode channels, is discharged from the reverse charging diode module 1148 via a copper bar member 1152 to the positive output (i.e., positive cam lock 124a) of the battery jump start and air compressor device 1010.

[0293] The reverse charging diode module 1148 includes an upper high-conductivity plate 1149a, a lower high-conductivity plate 1149b, and a central high-conductivity plate 1149c, which are connected by channels of diodes 1148a and 1148b, respectively.

[0294] Leapfrog charging system For example, the 1010 or 1110 vehicle battery jump starters use two 12V lithium batteries for jump-starting vehicles and other system functions. These two separate batteries are used either in series or in parallel, depending on whether the operator is jump-starting a 12V vehicle or a 24V vehicle.

[0295] The vehicle battery jump starters 1010, 1110, and 1210 can be charged using a charging device equipped with a plug-in cord (e.g., a 114V-126V (RMS) AC charger) and a charging control device (e.g., a programmable microcontroller). Each battery is charged individually by the battery jump starter and air compressor device 1010, 1110, independently of the other batteries, but during the charging process, the batteries are kept at approximately the same potential using a technique called "leapfrog charging". This charging method ensures that both batteries maintain approximately the same potential even if the vehicle battery jump starter device 1010, 1110 is disconnected from charging prematurely. This ensures an even power supply not only during jump starting but also for other system functions.

[0296] The vehicle battery jump starters 1010, 1110, and 1210 are equipped with a charging device. For example, the circuit board shown in Figure 32 can be provided with charging components and a charging circuit for recharging two lithium-ion batteries. Components include, for example, a programmable microcontroller that controls the charging circuit for recharging the lithium-ion batteries.

[0297] This method is achieved by charging the battery with the lowest charge level first, until it is approximately 100mV higher than the other batteries, and then switching to charging the other batteries. This process continues until both batteries are fully charged.

[0298] The 1010 and 1110 vehicle battery jump starters are equipped with safety features to prevent battery overcharging and detect short circuits in battery cells. These safety features include a peak voltage cutoff function and a software-based charge timeout function.

[0299] Leapfrog charging systems and methods can be designed or configured to charge rechargeable batteries (e.g., lithium-ion batteries) in a charging sequence. The charging sequence can be designed or configured to ensure that both batteries are fully charged regardless of the operation of the battery jump-start and air compressors 1010, 1110, and 1210. This method ensures that the batteries are regularly fully charged, maximizing their operational efficiency and lifespan.

[0300] Furthermore, the charging sequence can be adjusted to most effectively charge specific types of rechargeable batteries, particularly lithium-ion batteries. Specifically, it takes into account the specific charging characteristics of the battery (e.g., reducing battery heat generation over a certain period, applying the optimal charge rate to the battery, and extending battery life by charging according to the sequence). For example, the charging sequence can be set to partially charge the batteries one at a time, in a back-and-forth manner. For example, the charging sequence can be set to charge the batteries in stages in a back-and-forth sequence until both batteries are fully charged. For example, the voltage increment (e.g., 100mV) for charging the batteries in a back-and-forth sequence can be selected.

[0301] Furthermore, the charging order of the two batteries can be selected or programmed so that one battery is charged two or more times before switching to the other battery for charging. In addition, one or more pauses can be inserted into the charging order to prevent the battery from overheating during charging (e.g., temperature limit) or to adjust the charging order according to the chemical characteristics of the battery being charged.

[0302] Highly conductive frame Details of the highly conductive frame 1470 are shown in Figures 62-68. The highly conductive frame 1470 can replace the conductive wiring of the portable battery jump starter and air compressor 1010 (Figure 16), the highly conductive frame 1170 of the vehicle battery jump starter 110 (Figure 22), and the highly conductive frames of the portable battery jump starter and air compressor 1210 (Figure 26) and the portable vehicle battery jump starter 1310 (Figure 35).

[0303] For example, the high-conductivity frame 1470 can be a semi-rigid or rigid high-conductivity frame made from a semi-rigid or rigid highly conductive material (e.g., copper, aluminum, plated metal, gold-plated metal, silver-plated metal, steel, coated steel, stainless steel). The high-conductivity frame 1470 is structurally stable (i.e., does not move or deform) and does not come into contact with the parts or components of the portable jump-start device and cause an electrical short circuit. The higher the rigidity of the high-conductivity frame, the greater its structural stability. The high-conductivity frame 1470 is connected to two batteries, for example, lithium-ion battery 1032 (Figure 16) or battery 1132 (Figure 22), via, for example, cam locks 1024a, 1024b or cam locks 1124a, 1124b (Figure 22). The cam locks are connected to removable battery cables, for example, battery cables 1056, 1058 (Figure 15).

[0304] The highly conductive frame 1470 includes multiple highly conductive frame members. For example, the highly conductive frame members 1470a, 1470b, 1470c, and 1470d are connected to the control switch, such as terminals 1082a, 1084a, 1086a, and 1088a (Figure 20) of the control switch 1018 (Figure 18). The highly conductive frame members 1470d, 1470e, and 1470f constitute part of the reverse current diode assembly 1148 (Figure 24). The highly conductive frame member 1470f is connected to the positive cam lock, such as the positive cam lock 1024a (Figures 7 and 15) and the positive cam lock 1124a (Figure 26). The highly conductive frame member 1470g is connected to the negative cam lock, such as the negative cam lock 1024b (Figure 7) and the negative cam lock 1024b (Figure 25). The highly conductive frame member 1470h is connected to the smart switch 1150 (Figure 22).

[0305] The highly conductive frame 1470 is a three-dimensional (3D) structure configured to surround lithium-ion batteries such as the lithium-ion battery 1132 (Figures 22-31). This arrangement minimizes the conductive path from the lithium-ion battery 1132 to other internal electrical components of the portable jump-start device 1110, maximizing the output power between the positive cam lock 1124a and the negative cam lock 1124b.

[0306] The highly conductive frame members 1470a-h are provided with ends having through holes for receiving highly conductive fasteners 1206 (e.g., bolts and nuts), as shown in Figures 22-31. Furthermore, the highly conductive frame members 470a-h are made from flat rod material bent in one or more places to enclose a lithium-ion battery such as the lithium-ion battery 1132. For example, the highly conductive frame members 1470a-h are bent in multiple places to form a three-dimensional (3D) frame structure. For example, the highly conductive frame members 1470a-h may have bent ends with ring-shaped through holes. Alternatively, the highly conductive frame 1470 can be formed as a single piece (e.g., a single plate bent into shape, multiple pieces joined by welding or soldering, or machined from a block of material).

[0307] The highly conductive frame 1470 is made from a flat, highly conductive sheet material (for example, a flat strip of copper sheet material that has been cut to a certain length, bent, and perforated).

[0308] Battery Assembly The lithium-ion battery assembly 1133 according to the present invention is shown in Figures 69-72.

[0309] The lithium-ion battery assembly 1133 includes a lithium-ion battery 1132, a positive electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132a, and a negative electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132b. The lithium-ion battery is made up of multiple lithium-ion battery cells 1132c stacked on top of each other.

[0310] The positive electrode foil end 1132d of the lithium-ion battery cell 1132c is connected to the positive electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132a (e.g., by soldering, welding, and / or mechanically fixing). The negative electrode foil end 1132e (negative electrode end) of the lithium-ion battery cell 1132c is connected to the negative electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132b (e.g., by soldering, welding, and / or mechanically fixing). The positive electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132a and the negative electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132b are formed from a highly conductive plate or rod material (e.g., copper plate, aluminum plate, steel plate, coated plate, gold-plated plate, silver-plated plate, coated plate). The positive electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132a has a through hole 1132aa at an end that extends outward from the lithium-ion battery 1132 and is positioned laterally relative to the lithium-ion battery 1132. The negative electrode high-conductivity battery member 1132b has a through hole 1132ba at its end, which extends outward from the lithium-ion battery 1132 and is positioned laterally relative to the lithium-ion battery 1132.

[0311] The highly conductive battery members 1132a and 1132b are formed from a relatively thick plate-like or rod-like material. The foil ends 1132d and 1132e of the battery cell 1132c can at least partially or completely enclose the highly conductive battery members 1132a and 1132b. In the assembled lithium-ion battery assembly 1133 shown in Figure 69, the highly conductive battery members are positioned flat on the opposite end face of the lithium-ion battery and covered with protective heat-shrink material until they are incorporated into an electronic device such as a portable jump-starter 1110.

[0312] For example, the highly conductive battery members 1132a and 1132b are connected to a highly conductive frame (for example, the highly conductive frame 1170 (Figures 22-31) or highly conductive frame 1470 (Figures 62-68) of the portable jump-start devices 1010, 1110, 1210, and 1310) by highly conductive fasteners (for example, nuts and bolts). The assembly is completed by wrapping heat-shrink material around the assembled battery 1132 and the highly conductive members 1132a and 1132b.

[0313] Vehicle battery jump starter with air pump Figure 79 is a schematic diagram showing a jump starter / air pump device 2010 including a jump starter or jump charger 2010a, an air pump or air compressor 2010b, and a rechargeable battery 2010c (e.g., a lithium-ion rechargeable battery). The jump starter or jump charger 2010a, air pump or air compressor 2010b, and rechargeable battery 2010c are housed in a single cover 2012 (e.g., a housing or case) or in separate covers (e.g., covers connected to each other, covers in which one cover fits into the other, and covers in which one cover fits into the other). docking It can be placed inside a cover. For example, an air pump or air compressor 2010b can be detachably installed inside a jump starter or jump charger 2010a. In Figure 79, the jump starter or jump charger 2010a is placed alongside the air pump or air compressor 2010b.

[0314] For example, an air pump may include one or more components selected from the group of air compressors, rotary air compressors, reciprocating air compressors, air tanks, electric motors, hydraulic motors, pneumatic motors, control devices, conduits, and air hoses. Other known air pump structures, arrangements, or systems can be used in the jump starter / air pump device 2010.

[0315] The control of the air pump or air compressor 2010b can be incorporated into the MCU1 shown in Figure 1, and / or a separate control device controlled by the MCU1 may be provided, for example. The jump starter or jump charger 2010a and the air pump or air compressor 2010b can be powered by the same battery (e.g., a rechargeable battery, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, located inside or outside the cover 20120 shown in Figure 79). Alternatively, the jump starter or jump charger 410a and the air pump or air compressor can be powered by separate batteries (e.g., separate rechargeable batteries, separate lithium-ion batteries).

[0316] Figure 80 shows a schematic diagram of a jump starter / air pump device 2010' which includes a jump starter or jump charger 2010a', an air pump or air compressor 2010b', and a rechargeable battery 2010c' (e.g., a lithium-ion rechargeable battery). The jump starter or jump charger 2010a', air pump or air compressor 2010b', and rechargeable battery 2010c' are housed in a single cover 2012 (e.g., a housing or case) or in separate covers (e.g., covers connected to each other, covers in which one cover fits into the other, and covers in which one cover fits into the other). docking They can be placed inside the cover. For example, an air pump or air compressor 2010b can be detachably installed inside the jump starter or jump charger 2010a. In Figure 80, the air pump or air compressor 2010b' and the rechargeable battery 2010c' are located inside the jump starter 2010a'' itself.

[0317] Figure 81 shows a jump starter / air pump device 2010 according to the present invention. For example, the vehicle battery jump starter shown in Figure 7 includes an air pump 2410 that provides both jump starter and air pump components and functions within the same cover 2012 (e.g., cover, housing, or casing). The jump starter / air pump device 2010, shown in Figures 7-78, combines all the components and parts of the jump starter device 1010 described above with the components and parts of an air pump for supplying pressurized air (e.g., air pump 2410b shown in Figure 79), an air hose connector 2413 with a connecting end 2414, an external air hose 2415, and an air valve connector 2416 (e.g., a tire valve connector). The air hose connector 2413, the external air hose 2415, and the air valve connector 2416 are connected, for example, to each other and connected as a detachable unit from the jump starter / air pump device 2010.

[0318] The jump starter / air pump system 2010 may have a single battery (e.g., a lithium-ion battery) to power the jump starter or jump charger 2010a (Figure 79) and / or the air pump or air compressor 2010b. By incorporating a manual or electric switch, the jump starter or jump charger 2010a and the air pump or air compressor 2010b can be powered simultaneously or selectively. Again, alternatively, the jump starter / air pump system 2010 may have two or more batteries to independently power the jump starter or jump charger 2010a and the air pump or air compressor 2010b.

[0319] The jump starter / air pump unit 2010 may include a fan for cooling before, during, and / or after use. Alternatively, or in addition, the jump starter / air pump unit 2010 may use an air pump or air compressor 2010b to supply cooling air internally and cool the jump starter / air compressor 2010. For example, the internal air pump 2410 may have vents and / or valves that control and release air inside the cover 2012, and may be cooled by releasing air through the vents.

[0320] The jump starter / air pump unit 2010 can be controlled (e.g., by a manual or electric switch) and operated (e.g., by a control and control circuit and / or MCU1) to utilize, for example, one or more batteries (e.g., rechargeable batteries, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries) located within the jump starter / air pump unit 2010. Alternatively, a combination of one or more batteries (e.g., rechargeable batteries, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries) located within the jump starter / air pump unit 2010 and an external battery (e.g., a vehicle battery) can be used to power the jump starter or jump charger 2010a and the air pump or air compressor 2010b. For example, the jump starter / air pump unit 2010 may be electrically connected to a vehicle battery using a cable assembly with clamps and / or connected to a cigarette lighter socket using a power cable.

[0321] In some embodiments, the jump starter / air pump device 2010 may include a control system that includes one or more controllers connected to a control circuit. The one or more controllers may be configured to control the jump starter / air pump device 2010 during operation. The control system may be configured to control whether the jump starter / air pump device 2010 operates in jump starter mode or air pump mode, and whether the power source driving the device is an internal battery or an external vehicle battery. In some embodiments, the one or more controllers may be the MCU1 described above. In other embodiments, the one or more controllers may include first and second MCUs, as described below with reference to Figure 82, for example.

[0322] The Jump Starter / Air Pump Device 2010 may include the following additional features: 1) Digital air pressure (e.g., psi) gauge or display (e.g., a digital air pressure gauge on the front display located on the cover of a combined jump starter / air pump 2010); 2) A switch for pre-setting the target air pressure (e.g., a switch located on the display or cover, in addition to the display itself); 3) The ability to independently power the jump starter / air pump device 2010 (e.g., manual and / or automatic switches connected to the power circuit); 4) A function that provides an operating mode with a single battery (e.g., one lithium-ion battery powers both the jump starter or jump charger 2010a and the air pump or air compressor 2010b); 5) The ability to provide multiple batteries and enable diverse operating modes (e.g., using one or two batteries to power a jump starter and / or air compressor); 6) Ability to charge the battery with a DC or AC power source using an appropriate charger or converter, and / or power a jump starter or jump charger 2010a and an air pump or air compressor 2010b (e.g., an integrated electrical and air supply port (e.g., a single port located on the cover that provides power and air supply connections)); 7) Functions to operate the cooling fan in various modes (e.g., the cooling fan operates only while the jump starter / air pump device 2010 is operating; the cooling fan operates after the jump starter has been operated; an internal temperature sensor controls the operation of the cooling fan at a set temperature level); and 8) A cooling fan powered by a separate battery (for example, if the jump starter / air pump 2010 is operating simultaneously, a separate battery is provided to power the cooling fan).

[0323] Another exemplary system for controlling a combined jump starter / air pump in various embodiments includes two systems that operate independently, share resources, and safely interoperate. These systems can share a set of safety features to prevent damage to the internal battery, vehicle battery, and tires or other external components connected to the air pump during operation. These safety features are also effective when jump-starting a discharged battery and when using an external battery as power for the compressor.

[0324] An example of a system for controlling a combined jump starter / air pump according to various embodiments will be described with reference to Figure 82. System 3000 includes a first MCU 3005 and a second MCU 3010 that communicate with each other. In one embodiment, the first MCU 3005 is a boost MCU that controls the jump starter function of the combined device, and the second MCU 3010 is an air MCU that controls the air pump function of the combined device. In various embodiments, the boost MCU 3005 is the MCU 1 shown in Figure 1 and described above. In these embodiments, the boost MCU 3005 incorporates the functions described above with respect to MCU 1 and controls the operation of the vehicle battery jump starter. The boost MCU 3005 partially defines the first boost system which works together with a second air system which is partially defined by the air MCU 3010. The two systems share safety functions, and the two MCU units communicate with each other regarding these functions.

[0325] The boost MCU 3005 and the air MCU 3010 can communicate with each other via a plurality of signals 3015. These signals may be information requests from one MCU to the other, or requests from one MCU to the other to perform a specific task. In one embodiment, the air MCU 3005 sends a request to the boost MCU 3010, and in response, the boost MCU 3005 can send a response signal to the air MCU 3005 or perform the operation requested by the first signal (or vice versa). In a particular embodiment, signal 3015 is I 2 This may include soft signals transmitted via a bus such as a C-bus, or via other means of transmitting soft signals.

[0326] Figure 82 shows examples of several specific signals that may be transmitted according to various embodiments. In one embodiment, the boost MCU 3005 can transmit signals to the air MCU 3010 that convey the status of on / off switches related to the operation of the device and share additional information about the device's status with the air MCU 3010. These signals may include the status of external / auxiliary outputs, such as USB output ports. The air MCU 3010 receives these signals and reports their status to the user interface 3020. The reported status may be displayed to the user via LEDs, for example, as described in Figures 2A-2C.

[0327] As mentioned above, shared signals can also be requests. For example, before power-up, the air MCU 3010 may send a signal to the boost MCU 3005 requesting power-up for the compressor, as shown in the signal "COMPRESSOR_RQ" in Figure 82. The boost MCU 3005 may respond with a signal granting permission for the compressor request.

[0328] Some of the shared signals contain information used to ensure the system is operating safely. For example, the boost MCU3005 and air MCU3010 share the signal "IM_OKAY," which indicates that no errors are currently detected. In addition, the boost MCU3005 and / or air MCU3005 are connected to the sensors shown in Figure 1 and described above. The MCUs connected to these sensors share the information received from the sensors with the corresponding MCUs. If an unsafe condition is detected, the MCU stops or shuts down the device and signals the corresponding MCU to stop or shut down as well. For example, if the air MCU3010 detects a dangerous temperature, it reports this to the boost MCU3005, and the air MCU3010 stops the compressor from operating. Upon receiving this signal, the boost MCU3005 may stop the vehicle battery jump starter from operating. Alternatively, this process could occur in the reverse order, with the boost MCU3005 detecting an unsafe condition and reporting it to the air MCU3010.

[0329] System 3000 controls which function (jump starter or air pump) is operational via the power supply to the device and a set of switches in switch module 3025. Based on the state of these switches, system output 3030 operates either the jump starter or the air pump. Switch module 3025 includes a safety switch that switches on / off based on safety functions controlled by boost MCU 3005, a pass-through switch that switches on / off depending on the type of connected external power supply, a source selection switch that switches on / off depending on the state of the safety switch and pass-through switch, and a compressor switch that switches on / off depending on user input received from user interface 3020. The safety switch may be a smart switch, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 73, and can be configured to turn on only when boost MCU 3005 detects the presence of necessary safety conditions.

[0330] In the illustrated embodiment, the switch module 3025 has three inputs for receiving a pass-through enable signal (PASS_THRU_EN), a safety switch enable signal (SAFETY_EN), and a compressor switch enable signal (COM_SWITCH_EN). The pass-through enable signal (PASS_THRU_EN), which controls the state of the pass-through switch, indicates whether a clamp module incorporating the pass-through extension 3110 is connected to the device, as will be described later. The safety switch enable signal (SAFETY_EN) is received from the boost MCU 3005 and indicates the enabled / disabled state of the safety function, as described in detail above with reference to the smart switch shown in Figure 1, for example. The compressor switch enable signal (COM_SWITCH_EN) controls the state of the compressor switch and is generated by the boost MCU 3005 based on inputs from the user interface 3020 and the air MCU 3010. Signals from these inputs activate (or deactivate) the switch in the switch module 3025, thereby controlling the system output 3030. This includes whether the device operates in boost mode or compressor mode, and whether it uses an internal power supply or an external power supply.

[0331] The user interface 3020 allows the user to switch between air pump mode and jump starter mode. When the user selects jump starter mode, this selection is communicated to the boost MCU 3005, which communicates with the system operating the jump starter, as described in Figure 1, for example. The boost MCU 3005 communicates the status of the jump starter to the user interface 3020, and these indications are shown to the user via indicator LEDs, as already described in Figures 2A-2C, for example. When the user selects jump starter mode, the compressor switch is turned off. In this case, the internal battery is selected for operation, provided that all safety conditions are met.

[0332] When the user selects air pump mode, this selection is communicated to the air MCU 3010, which communicates with the system operating the air pump. The air MCU 3010 transmits the jump starter status to the user interface 3020, and these indicators are displayed to the user via indicator LEDs, as already explained in Figures 2A-2C, for example. When compressor mode is selected, the user activates the compressor switch, enabling the air pump to operate.

[0333] The Air MCU 3010 operates the air pump based on user input and can also incorporate various automatic control functions. For example, in some embodiments, the air pump includes a pressure sensor that measures the air pressure inside the tire being filled with air. This air pressure value is reported to the Air MCU 3010, which can stop the pump when a target value is reached or automatically stop the pump when an unsafe value is reached.

[0334] The air pump can be powered by the same internal battery system that drives the jump starter, or by an external vehicle battery connected to the jump starter / air pump unit. When air pump mode is selected, system 3000 determines whether to power the air pump from the internal power supply or from an external vehicle battery connected to the unit via a clamp module. The system can automatically distinguish between connecting a high-current clamp for jump starting and a low-current charging clamp for compressor use. This automatic detection can be performed, for example, using a pass-through switch in switch module 3025. When a clamp module incorporating a pass-through extension 3110 is connected to the unit, the pass-through switch is activated, and switch module 3025 sends a pass-through enable signal to the boost MCU 3005 and air MCU 3010.

[0335] The boost MCU 3005 evaluates safety functions such as battery detection, short circuit detection, polarity detection, overvoltage, undervoltage, and overcurrent detection. These safety functions can be monitored, for example, in the manner described above with respect to Figure 1 and MCU1. When safety conditions are met, the boost MCU 3005 sends a signal to activate the safety switch in the switch module 3025. The activation of the safety switch, along with the activation of the pass-through switch described above, activates the source selection switch in the switch module 3025, which selects the external vehicle battery as the power source for the device's operation. In this embodiment, the source selection switch is activated only when both the pass-through switch and the safety switch are active, and prevents power from being drawn from the external vehicle unless the correct clamps are connected and all operating safety conditions are met. If the pass-through switch is not enabled, the source selection switch selects the internal battery as the power source. As long as all safety conditions are met, the air pump is powered from the internal battery. For example, if the user selects air pump mode with no clamps connected to the device, the air pump is powered from the internal battery.

[0336] The system also includes a USB charger for supplying power to the internal battery and a circuit that adjusts the charging current according to power limitations such as low current input, low battery input, or overheating / low temperature conditions. The USB charger can also be used with a fast-charging adapter that draws power from the vehicle battery. When the combined jump starter / air pump is in air pump mode and the internal battery is selected as the power source, the air pump can operate simultaneously while the internal battery is being charged.

[0337] Figure 83 shows perspective views of connection configurations between a portable vehicle battery jump starter and an air pump according to various embodiments, illustrating examples of pass-through detection and operation of a pass-through switch. The combined jump starter / air pump device 3105 is provided with a port for connection to a clamp 3115. The connection configuration further includes a pass-through extension 3110 that can be connected between the device and the clamp, which can be used, for example, to generate the pass-through enable signal described above with reference to Figure 82.

[0338] The presence of the pass-through extension 3110 indicates that the clamp module is intended to operate an air pump, rather than being a high-current clamp used in jump-starter mode. When the pass-through extension is connected, the jump-starter mode of the combined jump-starter / air pump 3105 is deactivated.

[0339] Figure 84 shows a perspective view of the connection configuration with the pass-through extension removed. Here, clamp 3115 is connected to the port of jump starter / air pump 3105. This configuration is used to jump start a completely discharged battery (dead battery) connected to clamp 3115. In this connection configuration, the jump starter mode is activated. In some operating modes, clamp 3115 may be directly connected to the port of jump starter / air pump 3015 with voltage applied to the clamp. The presence of this voltage may be detected by the device, and the air pump mode may be deactivated.

[0340] Figure 85 shows the components of a connection scheme for a portable vehicle battery jump starter with an air pump, according to various embodiments. When a pass-through extension is not used, the male connector of the clamp is shown as 3111. This plug has a specific shape as shown in the figure. The male connector of the pass-through extension is shown as 3116. The shape of this plug is distinguishable from that of the clamp plug 3111. The difference is the presence of a projection 3117 on the male connector of the pass-through extension. The female connector of the port to the jump starter / air pump device is shown as 3106. As shown in the figure, the shape of the female socket better matches that of the pass-through male plug. The female connector 3016 includes a switch 3107. The switch 3017 is activated by the projection 3117 on the male plug of the pass-through extension. This allows the system to detect the presence of the lower current supply clamp and notify the boost MCU and air MCU that the pass-through switch has been activated by generating a pass-through enable signal (PASS_THRU_EN), for example, as shown in Figure 82.

[0341] Various embodiments of a method for powering a portable vehicle battery jump starter equipped with an air pump are shown in Figure 86. This method 4000 is initiated when the jump starter / air pump with an internal power supply is connected to an external power supply in 4002. The system then begins evaluating signals and conditions to determine which power supply to use for operation. In 4004, the system evaluates whether a pass-through extension is present, as described above with reference to, for example, Figures 82-85. In 4004, the boost MCU determines whether the necessary safety conditions are met based on signals received from the air MCU and other sensors located within the jump starter / air pump device circuit. In 4006, a power supply is selected based on the determinations in 4004 and 4006. If the safety conditions are met and the pass-through switch is active, the source selection switch selects the external battery power supply. If neither of these conditions is met, the internal power supply is selected. In 4010, the selected power supply is used to power the device.

[0342] Having described the present invention in this manner, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. All such modifications shall be included within the scope of the following claims.

Claims

1. A vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, The device is The cover and, A vehicle battery jump starter is arranged inside the aforementioned cover, An air pump located inside the cover, An internal battery is located inside the cover and is connected to the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump, A port configured to provide connection to the vehicle battery, Includes, The air pump is configured to be powered by the vehicle battery in the first operating mode. Device.

2. The air pump is configured to be powered by the internal battery in the second operating mode. The apparatus according to claim 1.

3. The system further includes a control system for operating the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump. The apparatus according to claim 1.

4. The control system, At least one first controller, Includes a switch module that communicates with the controller of the preceding 1, The first controller is configured to transmit signals to the switch module, and the switch module is configured to select one of the first operating mode and the second operating mode. The apparatus according to claim 3.

5. The aforementioned control system further, The system includes the first controller and a second controller that communicates with the switch module, The first controller is configured to control the vehicle battery jump starter, and the second controller is configured to control the air pump. The apparatus according to claim 4.

6. The switch module includes a plurality of switches, The device further includes a control system and a plurality of sensors connected to the circuit, each sensor configured to detect the presence of a safe condition. The first controller is configured to receive input signals from the plurality of sensors, One of the signals transmitted from the first controller to the switch module includes an output signal to the first switch of the plurality of switches, and the first switch operates in response to signals from the plurality of sensors indicating that the safety condition is met. The apparatus according to claim 5.

7. The switch module includes a second switch, The second switch is configured to operate in response to the presence of an input connected between the port and the vehicle battery, and to output signals to the first controller and the second controller. The apparatus according to claim 6.

8. The first operating mode is selected according to the operation of the first switch and the second switch. The apparatus according to claim 7.

9. The aforementioned multiple sensors A first sensor set configured to directly transmit a first signal to the first controller, The system includes a second sensor set configured to directly transmit a second signal to the second controller, The first controller reports the detection of the first signal to the second controller, and the second controller reports the detection of the second signal to the first controller. The apparatus according to claim 6.

10. The port includes an empty female receiving portion, and the device is in the second operating mode. The apparatus according to claim 2.

11. The port includes a female receiving portion, The female receiving portion includes a switch, The apparatus further includes a clamp module connected between the port and the vehicle battery, the clamp module including a first male connector having a first connector shape, The apparatus according to claim 2.

12. The system further includes a pass-through extension connected between the female connector and the first male connector, The aforementioned pass-through extension has a second connector shape, The second connector shape includes a projection that interfaces with the switch. The apparatus according to claim 11.

13. The device is in the first operating mode, The apparatus according to claim 12.

14. The first male connector is directly connected to the female receiving portion, The first connector shape described above does not interface with the switch, The vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with the air pump is configured to be powered by the internal battery. The apparatus according to claim 11.

15. A vehicle battery jump starter device equipped with an air pump, The aforementioned device The cover and, The internal power supply is located inside the cover, and the internal power supply includes a rechargeable battery. The aforementioned apparatus also, The vehicle battery jump starter is located within the cover, the jump starter is configured to jump start the vehicle battery, and the vehicle battery jump starter is connected to the rechargeable battery during operation and is thereby powered by it. The aforementioned apparatus also, The system includes an air pump located within the cover, the air pump is configured to supply pressurized air, the air pump is connected to the rechargeable battery, and is connectable to the vehicle battery. The device also includes a USB input port for charging the rechargeable battery. Device.

16. The rechargeable battery is configured to be charged via the USB input port and to simultaneously supply power to the air pump. The apparatus according to claim 15.

17. The aforementioned air pump is Air hose and Includes a pressure sensor configured to measure the air pressure of an external component connected to the air hose and report the value of the air pressure to the air pump, The apparatus according to claim 15.

18. The system further includes a user interface connected to the vehicle battery jump starter and the air pump, The air pump is configured to automatically supply air to the external components so that the air pressure value matches a target value selected by the user and received through the user interface. The apparatus according to claim 17.

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