LG U+ and Hanwha Corporation E&C have partnered to develop a charging system for Korean electric vehicles.
LG U+ and Hanwha Corporation E&C announced on Sept. 25 that they have jointly developed a ceiling-type electric vehicle charging system specialized for domestic residential environments and completed a patent application.
The two companies signed a business partnership agreement to develop a ceiling-type Mobile Multiple Charger (MMC) in December 22, and after about eight months of development, officially launched a Korean electric vehicle charging system that combines a charging system and a shared charger to be installed on the ceiling.
The electric vehicle charging system developed this time does not require floor space by installing chargers and cables on the ceiling, so it can be an alternative to the problem of lack of parking space, which has been pointed out as an inconvenience of electric vehicle chargers.
In addition, the charging system uses a motor to lower the cable and raise it when charging is complete, solving the inconvenience of connecting heavy cables that were previously mounted on the floor to the vehicle.
The charging cable is equipped with a sensor to detect a certain weight, such as a child hanging on during the return trip, and stops moving with an alarm to prevent safety accidents.
The two companies have applied for technical patents and design patents in three categories for the jointly developed ceiling electric vehicle charging system, and have completed certifications such as electromagnetic compatibility.
Through the jointly developed electric vehicle charging system, LG U+ provides "VoltUP," a service that anyone can easily use by utilizing its know-how in building and operating communication infrastructure, providing stable operation and maintenance, and an intuitive user environment.
VoltUP provides an app platform service that can send charging reservation notifications, and consists of a control system and consultation center service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
