Claims:What is claimed is:

1. A modular vehicle conversion device, comprising:
a mounting frame configured with at least two frame beams supported on at least four frame support members, whereby the at least four frame support members are configured to connect the mounting frame onto a chassis using fasteners, the at least two frame beams are connected by at least one connecting member and the at least two frame beams further configured to house a power transmission assembly.

2. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 1, wherein the modular vehicle conversion device comprises a power transmission assembly configured to operate the electric motor.

3. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 2, wherein the power transmission assembly comprises an electric motor and plurality of power storage units.

4. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 1, wherein the at least four frame support members are adaptable with respect to the mounting frame.

5. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 3, wherein the electric motor is coupled to an electric motor controller.

6. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 3, wherein the electric motor controller is configured to control the acceleration, speed and direction of the vehicle.

7. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 3, wherein the electric motor is configured to operate a drive shaft of the vehicle.

8. The modular vehicle conversion device of claim 1, wherein the at least four frame support members are made of metal tubes and are bolted onto the chassis.

9. A method for converting conventional vehicle to an electric vehicle using a modular vehicle conversion device, comprising:
connecting a mounting frame to a chassis using at least four frame support members without altering the chassis of the vehicle;

housing an electric motor, plurality of power storage units and an electric motor controller on the mounting frame;

operating a drive shaft of vehicle using the electric motor; and

controlling the acceleration, speed and direction of the vehicle using the electric motor controller. , Description:TECHNICAL FIELD

[001] The disclosed subject matter relates generally to vehicle conversion device. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a modular vehicle conversion device that is retrofittable to the existing internal combustion engine vehicles for the conversion of the internal combustion engine vehicles into pure electric operation.

BACKGROUND

[002] Vehicles use fossil fuels to operate internal combustion engines. The fossil fuels supply is fast depleting posing a huge risk to their dependent processes such as vehicles, industrial processes etc. The internal combustion engines have high maintenance and this maintenance increases with age. Moreover, the use of fossil fuels has been regarded as one of the foremost contributors to a climate change phenomenon known as "global warming." As a result, many types of vehicles have been recently developed that use alternatives to fossil fuels. In an effort to reduce environmental impact, growing efforts have been made to produce electric vehicles or hybrid vehicles, which utilize both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor to power the vehicle, and are known to provide important advantages over conventional vehicles. Although, electric vehicles have several advantages associated with them, certain demerits are also associated with them. For example, a vehicle owner faces difficulties to switch from a combustion engine vehicle into an electric vehicle. Further, the vehicle owner has to purchase a new electric vehicle which costs much more than an internal combustion engine vehicle. This increases the barrier of adoption of electric vehicles.

[003] A vehicle conversion device is used to convert an internal combustion engine vehicle into an electric vehicle. The existing vehicle conversion devices require permanent changes to be made in the chassis of the vehicles in terms of addition of new members and mounting plates which are permanently welded to the vehicle chassis. The existing vehicle conversion device is custom made for every model/make of the vehicle. Different designs of vehicle conversion device imply that less quantity of similar pieces while manufacturing and drives up the costs of the vehicle conversion device. Hence, there is a need of a modular vehicle conversion device to enable easy and reversible process of conversion of internal combustion engine vehicles into pure electric operation.

[004] In the light of the aforementioned discussion, there exists a need for a certain modular vehicle conversion device that would overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages.

SUMMARY

[005] The following presents a simplified summary of the disclosure in order to provide a basic understanding of the reader. This summary is not an extensive overview of the disclosure and it does not identify key/critical elements of the invention or delineate the scope of the invention. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts disclosed herein in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

[006] An objective of the present disclosure is directed towards enabling an easy and reversible process of conversion of an internal combustion engine vehicle into pure electric vehicle.

[007] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards eliminating permanent changes made to the vehicle’s chassis in terms of welding, drilling, shaping, etc.

[008] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards reducing energy consumptions.

[009] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards energy conservation as a lot of energy is saved since the electrical motor possesses high efficiency than the internal combustion engine.

[0010] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards eliminating the harmful emissions into the environment and protecting our environment from pollution.

[0011] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards a modular vehicle conversion device designed to fit any kind of vehicle and is very reliable, cost-efficient.

[0012] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards allowing users to shift to electric mobility.

[0013] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards eliminating the welding, cutting, drilling or any kind of alteration to the existing chassis of the vehicle.

[0014] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards enabling the users to upgrade the motors, controllers, and batteries easily on the frame, as the frame is modular.

[0015] Another objective of the present disclosure is directed towards enabling the user to switch back to the old internal combustion engine, if the user is unhappy with the electric powertrain.

[0016] An exemplary aspect of the present disclosure is directed towards a modular vehicle conversion device, comprising a mounting frame configured with at least two frame beams supported on at least four frame support members.

[0017] Another exemplary aspect of the present disclosure is directed towards the at least four frame support members are configured to connect the mounting frame onto a chassis using fasteners, the at least two frame beams are connected by at least one connecting member and the at least two frame beams further configured to house a power transmission assembly.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of the preferred embodiments, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals have been used to designate like elements, and wherein:

[0019] FIG. 1 is a diagram depicting a modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0020] FIG. 2 is an isometric view of the modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0021] FIG. 3 is a diagram depicting the modular vehicle conversion device connected to the chassis of the vehicle, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0022] FIG. 4 is a diagram depicting a power storage unit, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0023] FIG. 5 is a diagram depicting an exemplary embodiment of placing power storage unit on the modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0024] FIG. 6 is a flowchart 600 depicting an exemplary method for a modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

[0025] FIG. 7 is a flowchart depicting an exemplary method for converting conventional vehicle to an electric vehicle using a modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXAMPLE EMBODIMENTS

[0026] It is to be understood that the present disclosure is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The present disclosure is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.

[0027] The use of “including”, “comprising” or “having” and variations thereof herein is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items. The terms “a” and “an” herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced item. Further, the use of terms “first”, “second”, and “third”, and so forth, herein do not denote any order, quantity, or importance, but rather are used to distinguish one element from another.

[0028] Referring to FIG. 1, FIG. 1 is a diagram 100 depicting a modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. The modular vehicle conversion device 100 depicts an electric motor 102, an electric motor controller 104, a mounting frame assembly 106, and a transmission unit 112. The mounting frame assembly 106 comprises frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d, frame beams 110a, and 110b and a connecting member 116. The mounting frame assembly 106 bolted onto a chassis using mounting points 114a, 114b, 114c and 114d (not shown). The frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d may be configured to connect the frame beams 110a, and 110b to the vehicle chassis. The frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d may comprise mounting points 114a, 114b, 114c and 114d (not shown). The modular vehicle conversion device 100 may be retrofittable to the existing internal combustion engine vehicles to convert the existing internal combustion engine vehicles into electric vehicles. The mounting frame assembly 106 may be configured with two frame beams 110a, and 110b supported on the four frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d. The frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d may be configured to connect the mounting frame 106 onto the chassis using fasteners. The connecting member 116 may be configured to connect the frame beams 110a, and 110b. The two frame beams110a, and 110b may also be configured to house a power transmission assembly. The power transmission assembly comprises an electric motor 102 and plurality of power storage units (as shown in Fig. 5). The electric motor 102 may be coupled to the electric motor controller 104. The electric motor controller 104 may be configured to control the acceleration, speed and direction of the vehicle. The direction may include, but not limited to, forward direction and backward direction. The vehicle may include, but not limited to, a three-wheeler vehicle, a four-wheeler vehicle, and so forth. The electric motor 102 may be configured to operate a drive shaft of the vehicle. The frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d may be made of metal tubes and are bolted onto the chassis of the vehicle. The frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d may be adaptable with respect to the mounting frame 106.

[0029] The mounting frame assembly 106 may be configured to secure the electric motor 102, electric motor controller 104, and the transmission unit 112. The mounting frame assembly 106 may also be made of metal tubes and is bolted onto the chassis of the vehicle (not shown). The frame beams 110a, 110b may be configured to mount the components. The components such as the frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d, the electric motor 102, and the transmission unit 112. The transmission unit 112 may be configured to operate the drive shaft of the vehicle. In another embodiment, the electric motor 102, the electric motor controller 104, and the transmission unit 112 may be enclosed with the frame beams 110, 110b.

[0030] The electric motor 102 may be driveably coupled to the transmission unit 112 through a shaft, and the electric motor 102 may be further coupled to the electric motor controller 104. The power storage unit may include multiple batteries or battery pack for storing electrical energy to operate the electric motor 102. The electric motor 102 may also be configured to provide the required mechanical force to the vehicle. The electric motor 102 may be proposed because of having high torque, high efficiency, low noise, easy speed control and longer lifetime. The transmission unit 112 may be configured to allow a direct drive with a gearbox, a belt drive or chain drive. The electric motor 102 may also be configured to operate a drive shaft of the vehicle.

[0031] The electric motor controller 104 may be configured to activate the electric motor 102 for transferring the electric energy between the power storage unit (not shown) and the mechanical energy from the driveshaft (not shown). The electric motor controller 104 may also be configured to receive the direct current electric power from the power storage unit (not shown). The modular vehicle conversion device 100 may be coupled mechanically between the transmission unit 112 and a differential of an internal combustion vehicle.

[0032] Referring to FIG. 2, FIG. 2 is a diagram 200 depicting an isometric view of the vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. The isometric view 200 depicts the frame beams 110a, 110b, the electric motor 102, the electric motor controller 104, and the frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d, the mounting points 114a, 114b, 114c, 114d and the transmission unit 112. The mounting points 114a, 114b, 114c, 114d may be designed on the frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d to use the existing mounting holes situated on the chassis.

[0033] The modular vehicle conversion device 100 may be installed to any vehicle for the conversion of the internal combustion engine vehicles into pure electric vehicles. The internal combustion engine vehicle may include but not limited to petroleum vehicles, diesel vehicles, and so forth. The length of the frame support members may be altered and also change the position of the frame support members with respect to the mounting frame assembly. The modular vehicle conversion device 100 may be made to fit any vehicle, this makes the vehicle conversion device modular.

[0034] Referring to FIG. 3, FIG. 3 is a diagram 300 depicting the modular vehicle conversion device connected to a chassis of the vehicle, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. The diagram 300 depicts a vehicle chassis 302, the mounting frame assembly 106, and the frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d. The modular vehicle conversion device 100 may be connected to the rear side of the vehicle chassis 302 with the help of the mounting points (not shown) present on the vehicle chassis 302 and through the mounting points 114a, 114b, 114c, 114d present on the frame support members 108a, 108b, 108c, 108d by using the fasteners (not shown).

[0035] Referring to FIG. 4, FIG. 4 is a diagram 400 depicting a power storage unit 402, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. The power storage unit 402 comprises a dock 404, and power storage unit casing 406. The power storage unit casing 406 may be configured to enclose the power storage unit 402. The dock 404 may be configured to place the power storage unit 402. The power storage unit 402 may be placed in the vehicle to supply the electric power to the modular vehicle conversion device 100. The dock 404 may be open or an enclosure with an opening panel and may consist of auxiliary electronics, safety systems, locks, cooling systems, etc.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 5, FIG. 5 is a diagram 500 depicting an exemplary embodiment of placing power storage units on the vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. The diagram 500 comprises power storage unit’s 502a, 502b, 502c, modular vehicle conversion device 100, frame beams 110a and 110b (As shown in FIG. 1). The modular vehicle conversion device 100 comprises of frame beams 110a and 110b (As shown in FIG. 1) may be configured to house multiple components. The multiple components may include but not limited to the electric storage unit. The power storage units are the most common to propel the vehicle. The power storage units 502a, 502b, 502c mounted on the modular vehicle conversion device 100 are swappable or non-swappable. The power storage units 502a, 502b, 502c are positioned on the modular vehicle conversion device 100 which helps to drive the vehicle.

[0037] Referring to FIG. 6 is a flowchart 600 depicting an exemplary method for a modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. As an option, the method 600 is carried out in the context of the details of FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 3, FIG.4 and FIG. 5. However, the method 600 is carried out in any desired environment. Further, the aforementioned definitions are equally applied to the description below.

[0038] The exemplary method 600 commences at step 602, removing the engine, exhaust unit and all other devices related to the internal combustion engine without altering the chassis of the vehicle. Thereafter at step 604, mounting the electric motor, the electric motor controller and the transmission unit on the mounting frame assembly. Thereafter at step 606, connecting frame beams of the mounting frame assembly to the chassis of a vehicle. Thereafter at step 608, activating the electric motor by the transmission unit to provide the required mechanical force for driving the vehicle. Thereafter at step 610, controlling the acceleration, speed and direction of the vehicle by the electric motor controller.

[0039] Referring to FIG. 7 is a flowchart 700 depicting an exemplary method for converting conventional vehicle to an electric vehicle using a modular vehicle conversion device, in accordance with one or more exemplary embodiments. As an option, the method 700 is carried out in the context of the details of FIG. 1, FIG. 2, FIG. 3, FIG.4, FIG. 5 and FIG. 6. However, the method 700 is carried out in any desired environment. Further, the aforementioned definitions are equally applied to the description below.

[0040] The exemplary method 700 commences at step 702, connecting a mounting frame to a chassis using at least four frame support members without altering the chassis of the vehicle. Thereafter at step 704, housing an electric motor, plurality of power storage units and an electric motor controller on the mounting frame. Thereafter at step 706, operating a drive shaft of vehicle using the electric motor. Thereafter at step 708, controlling the acceleration, speed and direction of the vehicle using the electric motor controller.

[0041] More illustrative information will now be set forth regarding various optional architectures and uses in which the foregoing method may or may not be implemented, as per the desires of the user. It should be strongly noted that the following information is set forth for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting in any manner. Any of the following features may be optionally incorporated with or without the exclusion of other features described.

[0042] Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment”, “an embodiment”, or similar language means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present disclosure. Thus, appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment”, “in an embodiment” and similar language throughout this specification may, but do not necessarily, all refer to the same embodiment.

[0043] Although the present disclosure has been described in terms of certain preferred embodiments and illustrations thereof, other embodiments and modifications to preferred embodiments may be possible that are within the principles and spirit of the invention. The above descriptions and figures are therefore to be regarded as illustrative and not restrictive.

[0044] Thus the scope of the present disclosure is defined by the appended claims and includes both combinations and sub-combinations of the various features described hereinabove as well as variations and modifications thereof, which would occur to persons skilled in the art upon reading the foregoing description.