JP2013049297A - Vehicle - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a vehicle that can connect and use electric appliances by efficiently using the fuel while evading the startup inability of an engine and the self-propelling inability.SOLUTION: The vehicle includes: a motive power 14 that outputs rotation power to run a vehicle; a battery 16 that can discharge or accumulate the electricity; a socket 18 that can detachably connect the plug of electric equipment electrically, and can monitor the connection state of the plug and on/off of the electric equipment; an inverter 17 that converts the DC power supply to the AC power supply between the battery 16 and the socket 18; a power generation unit 2 that has an engine 21 whose output is smaller than the motive power 14 and can generate the power by the rotation power of the engine 21 and can supply the generated power to the battery 16; and an electronic control device 19 that controls the power generation unit 2 according to the connection state of the socket 18 to the plug, ON/OFF of the electric equipment, and the charge amount of the battery 16.

Description

  The present invention relates to an automobile capable of using electrical products such as home appliances.

  Conventional automobiles have a function of converting a DC power supply of an installed battery into an AC 100V power supply, and are widely used for home appliances such as televisions, videos, electric fans, and electric blankets (connected to an AC 100V power supply). There is something that can be connected and used.

  For example, as in Patent Document 1, a box-shaped inverter main body without an output AC voltage socket or the like, and an automobile-side DC socket (for example, a cigarette lighter socket electrically connected to a battery mounted in an automobile) The input side plug portion to be plugged in and the output side socket portion into which the outlet of the counterpart electric appliance is plugged are composed of an integral detachable member, and a harness electrically connecting the detachable member and the inverter body, By using an inverter device for automobiles that has an output side socket part into which the outlet of the mating electrical appliance is plugged into the detachable member 4 that is plugged into the DC socket on the automobile side, it can be used by connecting electrical appliances to ordinary gasoline vehicles. it can.

  Moreover, in order to protect the electric apparatus connected to the inverter apparatus for motor vehicles from overcurrent, radiation noise, etc., in patent document 2, the electric current of the primary side or the secondary side of the transformer became excessive with respect to the rated current. When this is detected, an AC inverter is disclosed in which a control unit is provided with a current limiting function for reducing the output current by reducing the duty ratio of the switching circuit on the primary side of the transformer.

JP-A-11-42987 JP 2002-315351 A

  The following analysis is given by the inventor.

  As described above, in a vehicle in which a DC power source of an in-vehicle battery is converted into an AC 100V power source and an electric product can be used, an automobile is a general gasoline car (an automobile powered by an engine, an engine and a motor generator). In the case of using an electric device while operating a drive engine (around 1500 cc) and generating electricity with a generator motor (motor generator in the case of a hybrid vehicle) and charging the battery However, there is a problem that a large amount of fuel is consumed because the amount of power generation is excessive with respect to the power consumption (1 to 1.5 kW) of the electric product to be used.

  Further, in the case of a gasoline vehicle, it is up to the user to determine whether or not to operate the vehicle driving engine when using the electric product, and therefore the battery may be increased depending on the user's determination. Once the battery rises, even if the fuel for the vehicle driving engine remains, the vehicle driving engine cannot be started easily, and the vehicle may not be able to run on its own.

  Furthermore, in the case of a gasoline vehicle, if the electric device is used for a long time with the vehicle driving engine running, there is a risk that the fuel will run out and the vehicle will be unable to run on its own.

  The main subject of this invention is providing the motor vehicle which can connect and use an electric product using fuel efficiently, avoiding engine starting impossibility and self-propelled impossibility.

  In one aspect of the present invention, an automobile can be detachably and electrically connected to one or more power sources that output rotational power for running the vehicle, a battery that can be discharged and stored, and a plug of an electrical device. And a socket capable of monitoring the connection state of the plug and ON / OFF of the electric device, an inverter for converting a DC power source into an AC power source between the battery and the socket, and a power source. A power generation unit having an engine with a small output, capable of generating power by the rotational power of the engine, and capable of supplying the generated power to the battery, a connection state of the plug to the socket, and the electric device And an electronic control unit that controls the power generation unit according to the amount of charge of the battery. And features.

  In the automobile according to the present invention, the electronic control unit is configured such that when the plug is connected to the socket, a charge amount of the battery is equal to or lower than an upper limit value, and the electric device is ON, the engine It is preferable to control the power generation unit to generate power in the power generation unit.

  In the automobile of the present invention, the electronic control device is configured such that when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is larger than the upper limit value, and the electric device is ON. It is preferable to perform control so that the power generation unit does not generate power without starting the engine.

  In the automobile according to the present invention, the electronic control device is configured such that the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is equal to or lower than a lower limit value smaller than an upper limit value, and the electric device is ON. In some cases, it is preferable to control the power generation unit to generate power by starting the engine.

  In the automobile of the present invention, the electronic control device is configured such that when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is larger than the lower limit value, and the electric device is ON. It is preferable to perform control so that the power generation unit does not generate power without starting the engine.

  In the automobile of the present invention, the electronic control unit starts the engine and starts the power generation unit when the amount of charge of the battery is lower than a lower limit value smaller than the upper limit value when the power generation unit is not generating power. It is preferable to control so as to generate electric power.

  In the automobile of the present invention, the electronic control unit is configured to stop the engine and not generate power in the power generation unit when the charge amount of the battery becomes larger than the upper limit value while generating power in the power generation unit. It is preferable to control.

  In the automobile according to the present invention, the electronic control device is configured such that the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is equal to or lower than a lower limit value smaller than an upper limit value, and the electric device is ON. Sometimes, it is preferable to control the power generation unit to generate electric power by starting the engine and operating at full power.

  In the automobile of the present invention, the electronic control device is configured such that when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is larger than the lower limit value, and the electric device is ON. It is preferable to control the power generation unit to generate power with a required output operation lower than the full output operation by starting the engine.

  In the automobile of the present invention, the electronic control unit outputs the engine at the full output when the charge amount of the battery is reduced when the engine is generating power in the power generation unit in the required output operation. It is preferable to control the power generation unit to generate power in operation.

  In the automobile according to the present invention, the electronic control unit requires the engine when the charge amount of the battery becomes larger than the upper limit value when the engine is generating power in the power generation unit in the full output operation. It is preferable to control the power generation unit to generate power in an output operation.

  In the automobile of the present invention, it is preferable that the electronic control unit controls the engine to stop and not generate power in the power generation unit when the electric device is turned off while generating power in the power generation unit. .

  In the automobile of the present invention, it is preferable that the electronic control device controls the power source.

  In the automobile of the present invention, it is preferable that the power source is one or both of a motor generator that can be rotationally driven and can generate electric power by regeneration, and an engine that outputs rotational power by burning fuel.

  According to the present invention, the power generation unit is controlled while monitoring the amount of charge of the battery and the usage status of the electrical equipment. Can be used.

It is the block diagram which showed typically the structure of the principal part of the motor vehicle which concerns on Example 1 of this invention. It is the flowchart figure which showed typically the control operation of the principal part of the motor vehicle based on Example 1 of this invention. It is the flowchart figure which showed typically the control operation of the principal part of the motor vehicle based on Example 2 of this invention. It is the flowchart figure which showed typically the control operation of the principal part of the motor vehicle which concerns on Example 3 of this invention. It is the block diagram which showed typically the structure of the principal part of the motor vehicle which concerns on Example 4 of this invention. It is the block diagram which showed typically the structure of the principal part of the motor vehicle which concerns on Example 5 of this invention. It is the block diagram which showed typically the structure of the principal part of the motor vehicle which concerns on Example 6 of this invention.

  In an automobile according to an embodiment of the present invention, one or a plurality of power sources (14 in FIG. 1) that output rotational power for running the vehicle, a battery that can be discharged and stored (16 in FIG. 1), and an electric device A socket (18 in FIG. 1) that can be electrically connected to the plug in a detachable manner and that can monitor the connection state of the plug and ON / OFF of the electric device, and between the battery and the socket. And an inverter (17 in FIG. 1) for converting from a DC power source to an AC power source, an engine (21 in FIG. 1) whose output is smaller than that of the power source, and capable of generating electric power by the rotational power of the engine, and A power generation unit (2 in FIG. 1) capable of supplying generated power to the battery, a connection state of the plug to the socket, ON / OFF of the electric device, and the battery Comprising in response to the charge amount, the electronic control unit for controlling the power generating unit (19 in FIG. 1), the.

  Note that, in the present application, where reference numerals are attached to the drawings, these are only for the purpose of helping understanding, and are not intended to be limited to the illustrated embodiments.

  An automobile according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically showing a configuration of a main part of an automobile according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

  The automobile 1 </ b> A is a series hybrid vehicle based on an electric vehicle that runs on a motor generator 14. The automobile 1A includes an engine-type small power generation unit 2 (an engine 21, a motor generator 22, an inverter 23, and an electronic control unit 24). The automobile 1 </ b> A uses the engine 21 only for power generation and travels only with the motor generator 14. In the automobile 1A, the motor generator 22 has a low output (for example, about 40 kW) with respect to the high output motor generator 14 (for example, about 100 kW), and a cruising distance is secured by plug-in charging with a household power source. Power generation by the engine 21 is performed with high efficiency when using (for example, household electric appliances such as televisions and videos) or when there is a request for charging the battery 16.

  The automobile 1A includes, as main components, a power generation unit 2, drive wheels 11 and 12, a differential device 13, a motor generator 14, an inverter 15, a battery 16, an inverter 17, a socket 18, and an electronic device. A control device 19 and a charger 20 are included.

  The power generation unit 2 is a small power generation unit that can generate power by the rotational power of the engine 21 (around 200 cc) that outputs several kilowatts. The power generation unit 2 outputs an appropriate power generation amount with respect to the power consumption of the electric device, and the battery 16 can be charged with the excess power generation amount. The power generation unit 2 generates power when using an electric device (for example, a home electric device such as a television or a video) or when there is a request for charging the battery 16. The power generation unit 2 also serves as a range extender (cruising distance extending device) for compensating for the short cruising distance per charge. The power generation unit 2 includes an engine 21, a motor generator 22, an inverter 23, and an electronic control unit 24 as main components.

  The engine 21 is an internal combustion engine that outputs rotational power by, for example, combustion of fuel (for example, hydrocarbons such as gasoline and light oil). The engine 21 is connected to a fuel container (not shown; gasoline tank, gas cylinder, etc.). The engine 21 burns fuel inside the cylinder, and rotates the crank mechanism using the force of pushing the piston by the pressure generated by the combustion, and outputs rotational power. The engine 21 includes various sensors and actuators, and the various sensors and actuators are electrically connected to the electronic control device 24 and are controlled by the electronic control device 24. The engine 21 generates a motor generator 22 (separately when a power generation / charge request is made (for example, when an electrical device is turned on, an SOC (state of charge) of the battery 16 is lower than a lower limit value)). The engine is started by the rotational power from the engine 21 to the engine 21. After the engine is started, the motor generator 22 is driven by the rotational power from the engine 21 to the motor generator 22 to generate electric power. The engine 21 stops when there is no power generation / charging request (for example, when the electrical equipment is turned off, or when the SOC of the battery 16 exceeds the upper limit (> lower limit)).

  The motor generator 22 is a synchronous generator motor that drives as a motor and also as a generator. The rotation shaft of the motor generator 22 is connected to the rotation shaft of the engine 21. Motor generator 22 exchanges power with battery 16 through inverter 23 (including a step-up / down converter). The motor generator 22 can generate electric power using the rotational power from the engine 21 to charge the battery 16, or can transmit the rotational power to the engine 21 using the electric power from the battery 16 to start the engine 21. If a starter motor for starting the engine 21 exists, an alternator dedicated to power generation can be used instead of the motor generator 22.

  The inverter 23 is a device capable of converting AC power and DC power between the motor generator 22 and the battery 16 (converting both AC to DC and DC to AC). The inverter 23 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 24 and controls the operation (drive operation, power generation operation) of the motor generator 22 in accordance with a control signal from the electronic control device 24. Inverter 23 includes a step-up / down converter that adjusts and converts a voltage difference between battery 16 and motor generator 22. The inverter 23 is electrically connected to the battery 16.

  The electronic control device 24 is a computer that controls the engine 21 and the motor generator 22. The electronic control device 24 is electrically connected to the engine 21, the inverter 23, and the electronic control device 19. The electronic control unit 24 performs control processing based on a predetermined program (including a database, a map, and the like) in accordance with input signals (predetermined state and control signal) from the engine 21 (various sensors) and the electronic control unit 19. I do. The electronic control unit 24 controls the inverter 23 in order to control the input / output torque of the motor generator 22. The electronic control unit 24 controls the output torque of the engine 21 by controlling the intake air amount, ignition timing, fuel injection amount, and the like of the engine 21. The electronic control unit 24 receives an engine start request from the electronic control unit 19 when the SOC of the battery 16 that is not being charged by the charger 20 becomes lower than the lower limit value or when the electrical device is turned on. 21 is controlled to start (power generation / charging start). The electronic control unit 24 generates an engine stop request from the electronic control unit 19 when the SOC of the battery 16 exceeds the upper limit value or when the electrical equipment is turned off while the engine 21 is rotating. By receiving the power, the engine 21 is stopped (power generation / charging is stopped), and protection control of the battery 16 is performed. Note that the electronic control device 24 may be integrated with the electronic control device 19.

  The drive wheels 11 and 12 are left and right wheels for driving the vehicle. Rotational power from the motor generator 14 is transmitted to the drive wheels 11 and 12 via the differential device 13.

  The differential device 13 is a device that transmits rotational power from the motor generator 14 to the drive wheels 21 and 22 in a differential manner.

  The motor generator 14 is a synchronous generator motor that is driven as a motor and also as a generator. Motor generator 14 exchanges power with battery 16 via inverter 15. The rotational power of the motor generator 14 is transmitted to the drive wheels 11 and 12 via the differential device 13. The motor generator 14 can regenerate using the rotational power transmitted from the drive wheels 11 and 12 via the differential device 13 to charge the battery 16 or output the rotational power using electric power from the battery 16. The motor generator 14 is controlled by the electronic control unit 19 via the inverter 15.

  The inverter 15 is a device capable of converting AC power and DC power between the motor generator 14 and the battery 16 (converting both AC to DC and DC to AC). The inverter 15 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 19 and controls the operation (drive operation and regenerative operation) of the motor generator 14 in accordance with a control signal from the electronic control device 19. Inverter 15 includes a step-up / down converter that adjusts and converts a voltage difference between battery 16 and motor generator 14. The inverter 15 is electrically connected to the battery 16.

  The battery 16 is a secondary battery that can be discharged and stored. The battery 16 is electrically connected to the inverters 15, 17, 23 and the charger 20. The battery 16 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 19, and the charge amount SOC is monitored by the electronic control device 19.

  The inverter 17 is a device that converts a DC power source into an AC power source between the battery 16 and the socket 18. The inverter 17 includes a buck-boost converter that adjusts and converts a voltage difference between the battery 16 and the socket 18. The inverter 17 is electrically connected to the battery 16.

  The socket 18 is a device that can be detachably and electrically connected to a plug (not shown; outlet plug) of an electric device. The socket 18 is electrically connected to the inverter 17 and outputs the AC power from the inverter 17 toward the electric device. The socket 18 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 19. The electronic control device 19 monitors whether the plug of the electrical device is connected to the socket 18 and whether the electrical device is ON. It has a possible configuration.

  The electronic control device 19 is a computer that controls the motor generator 14 and the battery 16. The electronic control device 19 controls the engine 21 and the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 19 is electrically connected to the inverter 15, the battery 16, the socket 18, and the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control unit 19 is electrically connected to an accelerator opening sensor not shown. The electronic control unit 19 includes a predetermined program (database, map, etc.) according to input signals from the socket 18, the battery 16, etc. (whether the plug of the electric device is connected, ON / OFF of the electric device, SOC, etc.). ) To perform control processing. The electronic control device 19 controls the inverter 23 in order to control the input / output torque of the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 19 controls the output torque of the engine 21 by controlling the intake air amount, ignition timing, fuel injection amount, and the like of the engine 21 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control unit 19 monitors the internal state quantity such as the charge amount SOC of the battery 16 and the power that can be input / output, and when the SOC becomes equal to or higher than the upper limit value when the engine 21 is rotating to generate power. 21 is stopped and protection control of the battery 16 is performed. The electronic control unit 19 controls the motor generator 14 via the inverter 15 according to the accelerator opening. The electronic control unit 19 confirms the SOC of the battery 16 when the plug of the electric device is connected to the socket 18, and operates (stops, starts) the engine 21 in accordance with ON / OFF of the switch of the connected electric device. To control. The electronic control unit 19 may be configured to be divided for each motor generator 14 and battery 16 to be controlled. Further, the electronic control device 19 may be integrated with the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2.

  The charger 20 is a device for charging the battery 16 with a household power source. The charger 20 has one end electrically connected to the battery 16 and the other end electrically connectable to a household power source. The charger 20 has a function of protecting the battery 16 so as not to be overcharged.

  Next, the control operation of the automobile according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 2 is a flowchart schematically showing the control operation of the main part of the automobile according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Refer to FIG. 1 for the configuration of the main part of the automobile.

  First, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not a plug of an electrical device is connected to the socket 18 (step A1). When the plug of the electric device is not connected to the socket 18 (NO in step A1), the process returns to step A1.

  When the plug of the electrical device is connected to the socket 18 (YES in step A1), the electronic control unit 19 checks the SOC of the battery 16 (step A2).

  After step A2, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the confirmed SOC of the battery 16 is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (step A3). If the SOC is not less than or equal to the upper limit value (NO in step A3), the process proceeds to step A12.

  When the SOC is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (YES in step A3), the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electric device is turned on (step A4). If the electrical device is not turned on (NO in step A4), the process returns to step A4.

  When the electrical device is ON (YES in step A4), or when the SOC is equal to or lower than the lower limit (YES in step A15), the electronic control device 19 is connected via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The engine 21 is controlled to start (step A5).

  After step A5 or when the SOC is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (YES in step A9), the electronic control unit 19 controls to maintain the rotational operation of the engine 21 via the electronic control unit 24 of the power generation unit 2. (Step A6).

  After step A6, the electronic control unit 19 monitors the SOC of the battery 16 (step A7).

  After step A7, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electrical device is turned off (step A8). If the electrical device is OFF (YES in step A8), the process proceeds to step A11.

  If the electrical device is not turned off (NO in step A8), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the SOC of the battery 16 is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (step A9). When the SOC is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (YES in step A9), the process returns to step A6.

  If the SOC is not less than or equal to the upper limit value (NO in step A9), the electronic control unit 19 controls the engine 21 to stop via the electronic control unit 24 of the power generation unit 2 (step A10), and then proceeds to step A13. move on.

  If the electrical device is OFF (YES in step A8), the electronic control unit 19 controls the engine 21 to stop via the electronic control unit 24 of the power generation unit 2 (step A11), and then ends. And transition to the start state.

  If the SOC is not less than or equal to the upper limit value (NO in step A3), the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electrical device is ON (step A12). If the electrical device is not turned on (NO in step A12), the process returns to step A12.

  After step A10, or when the electric device is ON (YES in step A12), or when the SOC is not lower than the lower limit (NO in step A15), the electronic control unit 19 starts the engine 21. Without monitoring the SOC of the battery 16 (step A13).

  After step A13, the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the electrical device is turned off (step A14). If the electrical device is turned off (YES in step A14), the process ends and shifts to a start state.

  When the electrical device is not turned off (NO in step A14), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the SOC of the battery 16 is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (step A15). If the SOC is not less than or equal to the lower limit value (NO in step A15), the process returns to step A13. When the SOC is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (YES in step A15), the process proceeds to step A5.

  According to the first embodiment, the power generation unit is controlled while monitoring the amount of charge of the battery 16 and the usage status of the electric equipment. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently use the fuel while avoiding the engine start failure and the self-running failure. Can be connected and used.

  Moreover, according to Example 1, the usability of the motor vehicle with respect to a user can be improved. The reason is that the inoperability of the vehicle due to the engine stop (engine stop) is avoided, and the need for taking out electric power from the vehicle (battery 16) can be met.

  Moreover, according to Example 1, consumption of useless energy can be prevented and fuel consumption can be improved. The reason is that power generation close to the required amount can be carried out, and the surplus of power generation can be charged into the battery 16, so there is little waste and this leads to improved fuel efficiency.

  Further, according to the first embodiment, it is possible to improve the added value in the field such as disaster / emergency or camping in the vehicle. The reason for this is that if you can add more fuel, you can use electrical devices semi-permanently, and you can self-propell at any time, so you can meet the needs of emergency evacuation and outdoor camping. Because you can.

  A vehicle according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 3 is a flowchart schematically showing the control operation of the main part of the automobile according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

  The second embodiment is a modification of the first embodiment. The battery (corresponding to 16 in FIG. 1) is not less than the upper limit value and not less than the lower limit value (see step B3). Power equivalent to 16). In addition, about the structure of the principal part of the motor vehicle based on Example 2, it is the same as that of Example 1 (refer FIG. 1). The control operation of the automobile according to the second embodiment is as follows. Refer to FIG. 1 for the configuration of the main part of the automobile.

  First, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not a plug of an electrical device is connected to the socket 18 (step B1). When the plug of the electrical device is not connected to the socket 18 (NO in step B1), the process returns to step B1.

  When the plug of the electric device is connected to the socket 18 (YES in step B1), the electronic control unit 19 checks the SOC of the battery 16 (step B2).

  After step B2, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not it is equal to or lower than the confirmed SOC lower limit value of the battery 16 (step B3). If the SOC is not less than or equal to the lower limit value (NO in step B3), the process proceeds to step B12.

  When the SOC is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (YES in Step B3), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the electric device is ON (Step B4). If the electrical device is not turned on (NO in step B4), the process returns to step B4.

  When the electrical device is ON (YES in step B4), or when the SOC is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (YES in step B15), the electronic control device 19 is connected via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The engine 21 is controlled to start (step B5).

  After step B5 or when the SOC is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (YES in step B9), the electronic control unit 19 controls to maintain the rotational operation of the engine 21 via the electronic control unit 24 of the power generation unit 2. (Step B6).

  After step B6, the electronic control unit 19 monitors the SOC of the battery 16 (step B7).

  After step B7, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electrical device is turned off (step B8). When the electrical device is OFF (YES in step B8), the process proceeds to step B11.

  If the electrical device is not OFF (NO in step B8), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the SOC of the battery 16 is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (step B9). When the SOC is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (YES in step B9), the process returns to step B6.

  If the SOC is not less than or equal to the upper limit value (NO in step B9), the electronic control device 19 controls the engine 21 to stop via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2 (step B10), and then proceeds to step B13. move on.

  If the electrical device is OFF (YES in step B8), the electronic control unit 19 controls the engine 21 to stop via the electronic control unit 24 of the power generation unit 2 (step B11), and then ends. And transition to the start state.

  If the SOC is not less than or equal to the lower limit value (NO in step B3), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the electrical device is ON (step B12). If the electrical device is not turned on (NO in step B12), the process returns to step B12.

  After step B10, or when the electrical device is ON (YES in step B12), or when the SOC is not equal to or lower than the lower limit (NO in step B15), the electronic control unit 19 starts the engine 21. Without monitoring the SOC of the battery 16 (step B13).

  After step B13, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electrical device is turned off (step B14). When the electrical device is turned off (YES in step B14), the process is terminated and the process proceeds to the start state.

  When the electrical device is not turned off (NO in step B14), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the SOC of the battery 16 is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (step B15). If the SOC is not less than or equal to the lower limit (NO in step B15), the process returns to step B13. When the SOC is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (YES in step B15), the process proceeds to step B5.

  According to the second embodiment, the same effects as the first embodiment can be obtained, and the frequency of use of the engine 21 of the power generation unit 2 can be suppressed as compared with the first embodiment.

  A vehicle according to Embodiment 3 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 4 is a flowchart schematically showing the control operation of the main part of the automobile according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

  The third embodiment is a modification of the first embodiment. As long as the electric device is ON, the power generation unit (corresponding to 2 in FIG. 1) generates power, and the engine according to the SOC of the battery (corresponding to 16 in FIG. 1). The output amount (corresponding to 21 in FIG. 1) is changed. In addition, about the structure of the principal part of the motor vehicle based on Example 3, it is the same as that of Example 1 (refer FIG. 1). The control operation of the automobile according to the third embodiment is as follows. Refer to FIG. 1 for the configuration of the main part of the automobile.

  First, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not a plug of an electrical device is connected to the socket 18 (step C1). If the plug of the electrical device is not connected to the socket 18 (NO in step C1), the process returns to step C1.

  When the plug of the electrical device is connected to the socket 18 (YES in step C1), the electronic control unit 19 confirms the SOC of the battery 16 (step C2).

  After step C2, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not it is equal to or less than the confirmed SOC lower limit value of the battery 16 (step C3). If the SOC is not less than or equal to the lower limit value (NO in step C3), the process proceeds to step C11.

  When the SOC is equal to or lower than the lower limit value (YES in step C3), the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electric device is turned on (step C4). If the electrical device is not turned on (NO in step C4), the process returns to step C4.

  If the electrical device is ON (YES in step C4), the electronic control device 19 controls the engine 21 to start via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2 (step C5).

  After step C5, or when the SOC is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (YES in step C9), or when the SOC is decreasing (YES in step C16), the electronic control unit 19 performs electronic control of the power generation unit 2. The engine 21 is controlled through the device 24 so as to have a full output operation (step C6).

  After step C6, the electronic control unit 19 monitors the SOC of the battery 16 (step C7).

  After step C7, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electrical device is turned off (step C8). If the electrical device is OFF (YES in step C8), the process proceeds to step C10.

  If the electrical device is not OFF (NO in step C8), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the SOC of the battery 16 is equal to or lower than the upper limit value (step C9). If the SOC is not more than the upper limit value (YES in step C9), the process returns to step C6. If the SOC is not less than or equal to the upper limit value (NO in step C9), the process proceeds to step C13.

  When the electrical device is turned off (YES in step C8) or when the electrical device is turned off (YES in step C15), the electronic control device 19 passes through the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. Then, the engine 21 is controlled to stop (step C10).

  If the SOC is not less than or equal to the lower limit value (NO in step C3), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the electrical device is ON (step C11). If the electrical device is not turned on (NO in step C11), the process returns to step C11.

  When the electrical device is ON (YES in step C11), the electronic control device 19 controls the engine 21 to start via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2 (step C12).

  After step C12, or when the SOC is not less than or equal to the upper limit value (NO in step C9), or when the SOC is not decreasing (NO in step C16), the electronic control device 19 is the electronic control device of the power generation unit 2. 24, the engine 21 is controlled to be in a required output operation (<full output operation) (step C13).

  After step C13, the electronic control unit 19 monitors the SOC of the battery 16 (step C14).

  After step C14, the electronic control unit 19 confirms whether or not the electrical device is turned off (step C15). When the electrical device is OFF (YES in step C15), the process proceeds to step C10.

  If the electrical device is not turned off (NO in step C15), the electronic control unit 19 checks whether or not the SOC of the battery 16 has decreased (step C16). If the SOC has not decreased (NO in step C16), the process returns to step C13. When the SOC is decreasing (YES in step C16), the process proceeds to step C6.

  According to the third embodiment, the same effects as those of the first embodiment can be obtained, and the carry-out of power from the battery 16 can be suppressed as compared with the first embodiment.

  An automobile according to Example 4 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 5 is a block diagram schematically showing the configuration of the main part of the automobile according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

  The fourth embodiment is a modification of the first embodiment, in which the control operation related to the power generation unit 2 of the first embodiment is applied to a parallel hybrid vehicle.

  The automobile 1B is a parallel type hybrid vehicle that is driven mainly by the engine 36 and is not supported by the engine such as starting or the motor generator 35 supports at the time of acceleration that requires more power. The automobile 1B includes an engine-type small power generation unit 2 (an engine 21, a motor generator 22, an inverter 23, and an electronic control unit 24). The automobile 1B uses the engine 21 only for power generation, and travels using one or both of the motor generator 35 and the engine 36. The automobile 1B uses an electric device (for example, a household electric device such as a television or a video) with a low output (for example, about 40 kW) of the motor generator 22 with respect to a high output motor generator 35 (for example, about 100 kW). The engine 21 generates power with high efficiency when charging or when the battery 38 is requested to be charged.

  The automobile 1B includes, as main components, a power generation unit 2, drive wheels 31, 32, a differential device 33, a transmission 34, a motor generator 35, an engine 36, an inverter 37, a battery 38, An inverter 39, a socket 40, and an electronic control device 41 are included. In addition, about the power generation unit 2, the drive wheels 31, 32, the differential device 33, the battery 38, the inverter 39, and the socket 40, the power generation unit 2, the drive wheels 11, 12 of the first embodiment (see FIG. 1), the difference, respectively. Similar to the moving device 13, the battery 16, the inverter 17, and the socket 18.

  The transmission 34 is a gear mechanism that changes the rotational power from one or both of the motor generator 35 and the engine 36 and outputs it to the differential device 33. In the transmission 34, rotational power output from one or both of the motor generator 35 and the engine 36 is input to a planetary gear mechanism (a combination of a plurality of planetary gear mechanisms) via a torque converter (not shown). Then, the speed is changed by the planetary gear mechanism and output to the differential device 33. The transmission 34 includes a clutch that engages and disconnects predetermined rotating elements in the planetary gear mechanism, and a brake that stops rotation of the predetermined rotating elements, and a hydraulic circuit that hydraulically operates the clutch and the brake. And having a solenoid in the hydraulic circuit. The transmission 34 is communicably connected to the electronic control device 41 and is controlled by the electronic control device 41.

  The motor generator 35 is a synchronous generator motor that drives as a motor and also as a generator. Motor generator 35 exchanges power with battery 38 via inverter 37. The rotational power of the motor generator 35 is transmitted to the drive wheels 31 and 32 via the transmission 34 and the differential device 33. The motor generator 35 regenerates using the rotational power transmitted from the drive wheels 31 and 32 via the differential device 33 and the transmission 34 to charge the battery 38, or uses the electric power from the battery 38 to rotate the rotational power. Can be output. The motor generator 35 can generate power by the rotational power of the engine 36 and charge the battery 38. The motor generator 35 can also be used as a starter motor when starting the engine 36. The motor generator 35 is controlled by the electronic control unit 41 via the inverter 37.

  The engine 36 is an internal combustion engine that outputs rotational power by, for example, combustion of fuel (for example, hydrocarbons such as gasoline and light oil). The rotational power of the engine 36 is transmitted to the motor generator 35 and the transmission 34. The engine 36 is connected to a fuel container (not shown; gasoline tank, gas cylinder, etc.). The engine 36 burns fuel inside the cylinder, rotates the crank mechanism using the force of pushing the piston by the pressure generated by the combustion, and outputs rotational power. The engine 36 has various sensors and actuators, and the various sensors and actuators are electrically connected to the electronic control device 41 and controlled by the electronic control device 41.

  The inverter 37 is a device capable of converting AC power and DC power between the motor generator 35 and the battery 38 (converting both AC to DC and DC to AC). The inverter 37 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 41, and controls the operation (drive operation, power generation operation, regenerative operation) of the motor generator 35 in accordance with a control signal from the electronic control device 41. Inverter 37 includes a step-up / down converter that adjusts and converts a voltage difference between battery 38 and motor generator 35. The inverter 37 is electrically connected to the battery 38.

  The electronic control device 41 is a computer that controls the transmission 34, the motor generator 35, the engine 36, and the battery 38. The electronic control device 41 controls the engine 21 and the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 41 is electrically connected to the transmission 34, the engine 36, the inverter 37, the battery 38, the socket 40, and the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 41 is electrically connected to an accelerator opening sensor or the like (not shown). The electronic control device 41 includes a predetermined program (database, map, etc.) according to input signals from the socket 40, the battery 38, etc. (whether the plug of the electric device is connected, ON / OFF of the electric device, SOC, etc.) ) To perform control processing. The electronic control device 41 controls the inverter 23 in order to control the input / output torque of the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 41 controls the output torque of the engine 21 by controlling the intake air amount, ignition timing, fuel injection amount, and the like of the engine 21 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control unit 41 monitors the internal state quantity such as the charge amount SOC of the battery 38 and the power that can be input / output, and when the SOC becomes equal to or higher than the upper limit value when the engine 21 is rotating to generate power. 21 is stopped and protection control of the battery 38 is performed. The electronic control unit 41 confirms the SOC of the battery 38 when the plug of the electric device is connected to the socket 40, and operates (stops, starts) the engine 21 in accordance with ON / OFF of the switch of the connected electric device. To control. The electronic control device 41 controls the motor generator 35 or the engine 36 via the inverter 37 in accordance with an input signal such as the accelerator opening. The electronic control unit 41 may be configured to be divided for each transmission 34, motor generator 35, engine 36, and battery 38 to be controlled. Further, the electronic control device 41 may be integrated with the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2.

  The control operation of the electronic control device 41 related to the power generation unit 2 according to the fourth embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment (may be the second and third embodiments).

  According to the fourth embodiment, the same effect as the first embodiment is obtained.

  An automobile according to Embodiment 5 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 6 is a block diagram schematically showing the configuration of the main part of the automobile according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention.

  The fifth embodiment is a modification of the first embodiment, in which the control operation related to the power generation unit 2 of the first embodiment is applied to a series / parallel type hybrid vehicle.

  The automobile 1C is a series / parallel type hybrid vehicle in which the engine 56 such as start / low speed travels only by the motor generator 54, and when the speed increases, the engine 56 and the motor generator 54 efficiently share and travel. . The automobile 1C is equipped with an engine-type small power generation unit 2 (an engine 21, a motor generator 22, an inverter 23, and an electronic control unit 24). The automobile 1 </ b> C uses the engine 21 only for power generation, and travels using one or both of the motor generator 54 and the engine 56. The automobile 1C uses a motor generator 22 with a low output (for example, about 40 kW) and uses an electric device (for example, a household electric device such as a television or a video) for a high-power motor generator 54 (for example, about 100 kW). The engine 21 generates power with high efficiency when charging or when the battery 60 is requested to be charged.

  The automobile 1C includes, as main components, a power generation unit 2, drive wheels 51 and 52, a differential device 53, a motor generator 54, a power split mechanism 55, an engine 56, an inverter 57, and an alternator 58. And an inverter 59, a battery 60, an inverter 61, a socket 62, and an electronic control unit 63. In addition, about the electric power generation unit 2, the driving wheels 51 and 52, the differential device 53, the battery 60, the inverter 61, and the socket 62, the electric power generation unit 2, the driving wheels 11 and 12, and the difference of Example 1 (refer FIG. 1), respectively. Similar to the moving device 13, the battery 16, the inverter 17, and the socket 18.

  The motor generator 54 is a synchronous generator motor that is driven as a motor and also as a generator. Motor generator 54 exchanges power with battery 60 through inverter 57. Rotational power of the engine 56 is transmitted to the motor generator 54 via the power split mechanism 55, so that the rotational power of the engine 56 can be assisted or electric power can be generated using the rotational power of the engine 56. The motor generator 54 can transmit rotational power to the engine 56 via the power split mechanism 55 to start the engine 56. The rotational power of the motor generator 54 is transmitted to the drive wheels 51 and 52 via the differential device 53. The motor generator 54 can regenerate using the rotational power transmitted from the drive wheels 51 and 52 via the differential device 53 to charge the battery 60 or output the rotational power using the electric power from the battery 60. The motor generator 54 is controlled by the electronic control device 63 via the inverter 57.

  The power split mechanism 55 is a mechanism that splits the rotational power of the engine 56 and transmits it to the motor generator 54 and the alternator 58. For the power split mechanism 55, for example, a planetary gear set can be used.

  The engine 56 is an internal combustion engine that outputs rotational power by combustion of fuel (for example, hydrocarbons such as gasoline and light oil). The rotational power of the engine 56 is transmitted to the motor generator 54 via the power split mechanism 55 and also to the alternator 58. The engine 56 is connected to a fuel container (not shown; gasoline tank, gas cylinder, etc.). The engine 56 burns fuel inside the cylinder, and rotates the crank mechanism using the force of pushing the piston by the pressure generated by the combustion, and outputs rotational power. The engine 56 includes various sensors and actuators, and the various sensors and actuators are electrically connected to the electronic control device 63 and controlled by the electronic control device 63.

  Inverter 57 is a device capable of converting AC power and DC power between motor generator 54 and battery 60 (converting both AC to DC and DC to AC). The inverter 57 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 63, and controls the operation (drive operation, power generation operation, regenerative operation) of the motor generator 54 according to a control signal from the electronic control device 63. Inverter 57 includes a step-up / down converter that adjusts and converts a voltage difference between battery 60 and motor generator 54. Inverter 57 is electrically connected to battery 60.

  The alternator 58 is a generator that converts mechanical kinetic energy transmitted from the engine 56 via the power split mechanism 55 into alternating electrical energy. The alternator 58 is electrically connected to the battery 60 via the inverter 59. The rotating power of the engine 56 is transmitted to the alternator 58 via the power split mechanism 55, and it is possible to generate electric power using the rotating power of the engine 56. The alternator 58 is controlled by the electronic control unit 63 via the inverter 59.

  The inverter 59 is a device that converts AC power into DC power between the alternator 58 and the battery 60. The inverter 59 is electrically connected to the electronic control device 63 and controls the power generation operation of the alternator 58 in accordance with a control signal from the electronic control device 63. Inverter 59 includes a step-up / down converter that adjusts and converts a voltage difference between battery 60 and alternator 58. Inverter 59 is electrically connected to battery 60.

  The electronic control device 63 is a computer that controls the motor generator 54, the engine 56, the alternator 58, and the battery 60. The electronic control device 63 controls the engine 21 and the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 63 is electrically connected to the engine 56, the inverters 57 and 59, the battery 60, the socket 62, and the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 63 is electrically connected to an accelerator opening sensor or the like (not shown). The electronic control device 63 includes a predetermined program (database, map, etc.) according to input signals from the socket 62, the battery 60, etc. (whether the plug of the electric device is connected, ON / OFF of the electric device, SOC, etc.). ) To perform control processing. The electronic control device 63 controls the inverter 23 in order to control the input / output torque of the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 63 controls the output torque of the engine 21 by controlling the intake air amount, ignition timing, fuel injection amount, and the like of the engine 21 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control unit 63 monitors the internal state quantity such as the charge amount SOC of the battery 60 and the power that can be input / output, and when the SOC becomes equal to or higher than the upper limit value when the engine 21 is rotating to generate power. 21 is stopped and protection control of the battery 60 is performed. The electronic control unit 63 confirms the SOC of the battery 60 when the plug of the electric device is connected to the socket 62, and the operation (stop, start) of the engine 21 according to ON / OFF of the switch of the connected electric device. To control. The electronic control device 63 controls the motor generator 54 or the engine 56 via the inverter 57 in accordance with an input signal such as the accelerator opening. The electronic control device 63 may be configured to be divided for each of the motor generator 54, the engine 56, the alternator 58, and the battery 60 to be controlled. Further, the electronic control device 63 may be integrated with the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2.

  The control operation of the electronic control device 63 related to the power generation unit 2 according to the fifth embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment (may be the second and third embodiments).

  According to the fifth embodiment, the same effect as the first embodiment is obtained.

  An automobile according to Embodiment 6 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 7 is a block diagram schematically showing the configuration of the main part of the automobile according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention.

  The sixth embodiment is a modification of the first embodiment, in which the control operation related to the power generation unit 2 of the first embodiment is applied to an engine vehicle (gasoline vehicle).

  The automobile 1 </ b> D is a vehicle that runs with a power source of only the engine 75. The automobile 1D is equipped with a small engine-type power generation unit 2 (an engine 21, a motor generator 22, an inverter 23, and an electronic control unit 24). The automobile 1 </ b> D uses the engine 21 only for power generation and travels using the engine 75. The automobile 1D has a motor generator 22 with a low output (for example, about 40 kW), and is highly efficient when an electric device (for example, a household electric device such as a television or a video) is used or when there is a request for charging the battery 76. The engine 21 generates power.

  The automobile 1D includes, as main components, a power generation unit 2, driving wheels 71 and 72, a differential 73, a transmission 74, an engine 75, a battery 76, an inverter 77, a socket 78, and an electronic device. And a control device 79. In addition, about the electric power generation unit 2, the drive wheels 71 and 72, the differential device 73, the battery 76, the inverter 77, and the socket 78, the electric power generation unit 2, the drive wheels 11 and 12, and the difference of Example 1 (refer FIG. 1), respectively. Similar to the moving device 13, the battery 16, the inverter 17, and the socket 18.

  The transmission 74 is a gear mechanism that changes the rotational power from the engine 75 and outputs it to the differential device 73. In the transmission 74, the rotational power output from the engine 75 is input to a planetary gear mechanism (a combination of a plurality of planetary gear mechanisms) via a torque converter (not shown), and the planetary gear mechanism changes speed. And output to the differential device 73. The transmission 74 has a clutch that engages and disconnects predetermined rotating elements in the planetary gear mechanism, and a brake that stops rotation of the predetermined rotating elements, and a hydraulic circuit that hydraulically operates the clutch and the brake. And having a solenoid in the hydraulic circuit. The transmission 74 is communicably connected to the electronic control unit 79 and is controlled by the electronic control unit 79.

  An internal combustion engine that outputs rotational power by combustion of the engine 75 and, for example, fuel (for example, hydrocarbons such as gasoline and light oil). The rotational power of the engine 75 is transmitted to the transmission 74. The engine 75 is connected to a fuel container (not shown; gasoline tank, gas cylinder, etc.). The engine 75 burns fuel inside the cylinder, and rotates the crank mechanism using the force of pushing the piston by the pressure generated by the combustion, and outputs rotational power. The engine 75 includes various sensors and actuators, and the various sensors and actuators are electrically connected to the electronic control device 79 and are controlled by the electronic control device 79.

  The electronic control device 79 is a computer that controls the transmission 74, the engine 75, and the battery 76. The electronic control device 79 controls the engine 21 and the motor generator 22 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 79 is electrically connected to the transmission 74, the engine 75, the battery 76, the socket 78, and the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control unit 79 is electrically connected to an accelerator opening sensor or the like (not shown). The electronic control device 79 includes a predetermined program (database, map, etc.) in accordance with input signals from the socket 78, the battery 76, etc. (whether or not the electrical device plug is connected, electrical device ON / OFF, SOC, etc.). ) To perform control processing. The electronic control unit 79 controls the inverter 23 to control the input / output torque of the motor generator 22 via the electronic control unit 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control device 79 controls the output torque of the engine 21 by controlling the intake air amount, ignition timing, fuel injection amount, and the like of the engine 21 via the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2. The electronic control unit 79 monitors the internal state quantity such as the charge amount SOC of the battery 76 and the power that can be input and output, and when the SOC is equal to or higher than the upper limit value when the engine 21 is rotating to generate power. 21 is stopped and protection control of the battery 76 is performed. The electronic control unit 79 confirms the SOC of the battery 76 when the plug of the electric device is connected to the socket 78, and the operation (stop, start) of the engine 21 according to ON / OFF of the switch of the connected electric device. To control. The electronic control unit 79 controls the engine 75 in accordance with an input signal such as an accelerator opening. The electronic control unit 79 may be divided for each of the transmission 74 to be controlled, the engine 75, and the battery 76. Further, the electronic control device 79 may be integrated with the electronic control device 24 of the power generation unit 2.

  The control operation of the electronic control device 41 related to the power generation unit 2 according to the sixth embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment (may be the second and third embodiments).

  According to the sixth embodiment, the same effect as the first embodiment is obtained.

  It should be noted that the embodiments and examples may be changed and adjusted within the scope of the entire disclosure (including claims and drawings) of the present invention and based on the basic technical concept. Various combinations and selections of various disclosed elements are possible within the scope of the claims of the present invention. That is, the present invention naturally includes various variations and modifications that could be made by those skilled in the art according to the entire disclosure including the claims and the drawings, and the technical idea.

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D Electric vehicle 2 Power generation unit 11, 12 Drive wheel 13 Differential device 14 Motor generator (power source)
15 Inverter 16 Battery 17 Inverter 18 Socket (Outlet)
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 19 Electronic controller 20 Charger 21 Engine 22 Motor generator 23 Inverter 24 Electronic controller 31, 32 Drive wheel 33 Differential device 34 Transmission 35 Motor generator (power source)
36 Engine (Power source)
37 Inverter 38 Battery 39 Inverter 40 Socket (Outlet)
41 Electronic Control Unit 51, 52 Drive Wheel 53 Differential Device 54 Motor Generator (Power Source)
55 Power split mechanism 56 Engine (power source)
57 Inverter 58 Alternator 59 Inverter 60 Battery 61 Inverter 62 Socket (Outlet)
63 Electronic control unit 71, 72 Drive wheel 73 Differential device 74 Transmission 75 Engine (power source)
76 Battery 77 Inverter 78 Socket (Outlet)
79 Electronic control unit

Claims (14)

One or more power sources that output rotational power for running the vehicle;
A battery capable of discharging and storing; and
A socket that can be detachably electrically connected to a plug of an electric device, and that can monitor the connection state of the plug and ON / OFF of the electric device;
An inverter for converting a direct current power source into an alternating current power source between the battery and the socket;
A power generation unit having an engine whose output is smaller than that of the power source, capable of generating power by the rotational power of the engine, and capable of supplying the generated power to the battery;
An electronic control unit for controlling the power generation unit according to the connection state of the plug to the socket, ON / OFF of the electrical device, and the amount of charge of the battery;
An automobile characterized by comprising:   The electronic control device starts the engine when the plug is connected to the socket, a charge amount of the battery is equal to or lower than an upper limit value, and the electric device is ON, and the power generation unit The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the vehicle is controlled to generate electric power.   The electronic control device is configured to start the engine without starting the engine when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is larger than the upper limit value, and the electric device is ON. The automobile according to claim 2, wherein the unit is controlled not to generate power.   The electronic control unit starts the engine when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is equal to or lower than a lower limit value smaller than an upper limit value, and the electric device is ON. The vehicle according to claim 1, wherein the vehicle is controlled to generate power in the power generation unit.   The electronic control unit is configured to generate the power generation without starting the engine when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is larger than the lower limit value, and the electric device is ON. 5. The vehicle according to claim 4, wherein the unit is controlled not to generate power.   The electronic control unit controls to start the engine and generate power in the power generation unit when the amount of charge of the battery becomes lower than a lower limit value smaller than the upper limit value when the power generation unit is not generating power. The automobile according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that   The electronic control unit is configured to control the power generation unit so that the power generation unit does not generate power when the charge amount of the battery becomes larger than the upper limit value when the power generation unit generates power. The automobile according to any one of claims 2 to 6.   The electronic control unit starts the engine when the plug is connected to the socket, the charge amount of the battery is equal to or lower than a lower limit value smaller than an upper limit value, and the electric device is ON. 2. The automobile according to claim 1, wherein control is performed so that the power generation unit generates power in a full output operation.   The electronic control unit starts the engine when the plug is connected to the socket, the amount of charge of the battery is greater than the lower limit value, and the electric device is ON, and the full control is performed. 9. The automobile according to claim 8, wherein the power generation unit is controlled to generate power with a required output operation lower than the output operation.   When the engine is generating power in the power generation unit in the required output operation and the charge amount of the battery is reduced, the electronic control unit generates power in the power generation unit in the full output operation. The vehicle according to claim 8 or 9, wherein the vehicle is controlled so as to.   When the engine is generating power in the power generation unit in the full output operation and the charge amount of the battery becomes larger than the upper limit value, the electronic control unit causes the engine to operate in the power generation unit in the required output operation. The vehicle according to claim 8, wherein the vehicle is controlled so as to generate electric power.   12. The electronic control device according to claim 2, wherein when the electric device is turned off while generating power in the power generation unit, the electronic control device controls the engine to stop and not generate power in the power generation unit. The automobile according to any one of the above.   The automobile according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the electronic control unit controls the power source.   14. The power source is one or both of a motor generator that can be rotationally driven and can generate electric power by regeneration, and an engine that outputs rotational power by burning fuel. The automobile according to 1.

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