Patent ID: 9293946
Filing Date: 2016-03-22
CPC Classification: H02J,H02M,Y02B,Y02E

Claim Text:
1. A method for providing uninterruptible power, comprising the actions of: using a bidirectional multiport power converter to convert and route a power input, wherein the bidirectional multiport power converter comprises: connecting a DC power source to a first input/output portal of the bidirectional multiport power converter to supply converted AC power to an AC-powered construct under normal condition, the AC-powered construct connected to a second input/output portal; connecting a plurality of batteries to a third input/output portal of the bidirectional multiport power converter; and operating the bidirectional multiport power converter to supply AC power to the AC-powered construct from the plurality of batteries if the DC power source fails to deliver sufficient DC power to convert and supply an AC power requirement to the AC-powered construct.