17448756. BATTERY PACK HOUSING simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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BATTERY PACK HOUSING
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Nivay Anandarajah of San Leandro CA (US)
Abraham B. Caulk of San Jose CA (US)
Alexander J. Clarabut of Santa Clara CA (US)
Yu-Hung Li of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Evan D. Maley of Redwood City CA (US)
BATTERY PACK HOUSING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17448756 titled 'BATTERY PACK HOUSING
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a battery pack design that includes various components such as end beams, side beams, and a base, all welded together. The battery pack also includes multiple battery cells separated by interface material and a lid attached to each battery cell.
- The battery pack consists of end beams, side beams, and a base, all welded together.
- Multiple battery cells are placed between the side beams.
- Each battery cell is separated from its neighboring cell by interface material.
- A lid is attached to the surface of each battery cell facing the lid.
Potential Applications
- Electric vehicles: The battery pack can be used in electric vehicles to provide power for propulsion.
- Renewable energy storage: The battery pack can store energy generated from renewable sources like solar or wind power.
- Portable electronics: The battery pack can be used in portable electronic devices such as smartphones or laptops.
Problems Solved
- Structural integrity: The welding of the various components ensures a strong and secure battery pack.
- Cell separation: The interface material prevents contact between adjacent battery cells, reducing the risk of short circuits.
- Protection: The lid provides additional protection to the battery cells, preventing damage from external factors.
Benefits
- Enhanced safety: The separation between battery cells and the protective lid minimize the risk of accidents or damage.
- Improved durability: The welded components create a robust battery pack that can withstand various environmental conditions.
- Efficient energy storage: The battery pack design allows for the storage of a large number of battery cells, increasing energy capacity.
Original Abstract Submitted
Battery packs according to some embodiments of the present technology may include a first end beam and a second end beam. The battery packs may include a first side beam and a second side beam each extending between the first end beam and the second end beam. The battery packs may include a base. The first end beam, the second end beam, the first side beam, the second side beam, and the base may be welded along each interface between each component. The battery packs may include a plurality of battery cells disposed between the first side beam and the second side beam. Each battery cell of the plurality of battery cells may be separated from an adjacent battery cell by an interface material. The battery packs may include a lid coupled with a surface of each battery cell of the plurality of battery cells facing the lid.
