Glossary

The following glossary covers key terms, acronyms, and concepts used throughout the DeCharge documentation. This reference section is intended to help users of all backgrounds - from hosts and investors to developers and policymakers - better understand the components, technologies, and systems that underpin the DeCharge network.

A

AC (Alternating Current) A type of electrical current commonly used for residential and commercial power delivery. DeCharge’s Mini and Beast chargers are AC-based.

Asset-backed Rewards Earnings that are tied directly to the operation and performance of a physical infrastructure unit - in this case, an EV charger owned by the user.

B

Beast (7.4 kW) Mid-tier AC charger in the DeCharge lineup, suitable for 4-wheelers in apartments, offices, and retail spaces.

Breaker (MCB) Miniature Circuit Breaker used to protect the electrical circuit by tripping during overload or short circuit.

C

CMS (Charging Management System) The cloud-based platform used to monitor, manage, and analyze charger activity across the DeCharge network.

Commissioning The structured process of verifying a charger's site readiness, electrical safety, internet connectivity, and backend registration before it becomes operational.

Cohort Bonus Additional reward multiplier applied to early-stage deployments to incentivize first movers in new regions.

D

DeCharge A decentralized, community-owned EV charging network that enables anyone to deploy, host, or fund a charger and earn from energy usage.

DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) A system where physical infrastructure (e.g., EV chargers, wireless routers, sensors) is built and maintained by a distributed network of participants rather than a central authority.

Delegated Deployment A deployment model where DeCharge handles installation, operations, and management on behalf of an investor or host.

Demand Mapping A data-driven method to identify high-need locations for new charger installations based on EV usage, population, and infrastructure gaps.

E

Earnings Dashboard A web-based interface provided to hosts and contributors to view charger activity, uptime, earnings, and diagnostics.

EV (Electric Vehicle) A vehicle powered entirely or partially by electricity, including 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, 4-wheelers, and autonomous electric systems.

F

Firmware The embedded software installed on DeCharge chargers, responsible for telemetry, security, diagnostics, and session management.

Fleet Optimization The process of placing chargers in locations that improve the operational efficiency of delivery or transport fleets.

G

Grounding (Earthing) A critical safety requirement that ensures electrical circuits are securely connected to the ground to prevent shock or fire hazards.

Geo Incentive An additional reward component for installing chargers in underserved or high-priority regions.

H

Host An individual or entity that provides physical space and power for a DeCharge charger. Hosts earn a portion of revenue from energy usage.

Hardware-as-a-Node The DeCharge model where each physical charger functions as a standalone revenue-generating infrastructure unit in the network.

I

IP Rating (Ingress Protection) A standard that defines the degree of protection against dust and water ingress in electronic enclosures. Example: IP65.

Investor An individual or entity that funds the purchase and deployment of a DeCharge charger but may not host or manage the device directly.

K

kWh (Kilowatt-hour) A standard unit of energy. Rewards in DeCharge are calculated in part based on the number of kWh dispensed by a charger.

M

Mini (3.3 kW) The smallest charger in the DeCharge lineup, designed for 2W/3W vehicles and light-duty charging use cases.

Modular Design A design philosophy where charger components are interchangeable or serviceable independently, enabling rapid repair, upgrades, or customization.

O

OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol) An open standard used for communication between EV chargers and backend systems. DeCharge devices are compatible with OCPP for future integrations.

Onboarding The process by which a new device, host, or contributor is registered and activated on the DeCharge platform.

P

Passive Income Earnings generated without daily operational involvement. In DeCharge, passive income is earned from charging sessions handled automatically by the network.

Power Rating The maximum electrical power (in kW) a charger can deliver to a connected EV.

R

Reward Engine The system that calculates payouts for DeCharge participants based on metrics like uptime, energy dispensed, reliability, and location.

Revenue Share A compensation model in which income from charging sessions is split among the charger host, investor, and DeCharge operations team.

S

Self-Deployment (DIY) A model where users install and manage their own charger with guidance and backend support from DeCharge.

Smart Diagnostics Automated systems that detect faults, signal quality issues, or power anomalies in a deployed charger.

T

Telemetry Real-time performance data sent from each charger to the DeCharge backend, including energy usage, connectivity status, and fault reports.

Titan (60 kW) DeCharge’s high-capacity DC charger, designed for fleets, intercity highways, and high-traffic commercial zones.

Titan Mini (30 kW) A compact DC fast charger in the Titan family, optimized for medium-duty vehicles and urban fleet hubs. Offers faster charging than AC units with lower installation complexity than full-size 60 kW Titan.

U

Uptime The percentage of time a charger remains online, connected, and ready for use. Uptime is a key factor in determining reward eligibility.