17448808. BATTERY CELLS WITH TABS AT RIGHT ANGLES simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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BATTERY CELLS WITH TABS AT RIGHT ANGLES

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Christopher T. Campbell of San Jose CA (US)

Nivay Anandarajah of San Leandro CA (US)

William A. Braff of Palo Alto CA (US)

Oskar Dondelewski of San Jose CA (US)

Russell A. Mclellan of San Jose CA (US)

BATTERY CELLS WITH TABS AT RIGHT ANGLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17448808 titled 'BATTERY CELLS WITH TABS AT RIGHT ANGLES

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a battery design that includes a housing with two terminals, an electrode stack, and current collectors with tabs for electrical connection. The anode current collector is connected to the first terminal, while the cathode current collector is connected to the second terminal. The tabs extend in a direction perpendicular to the housing's side.

  • Battery design with two terminals and an electrode stack
  • Anode current collector with anode tab connected to the first terminal
  • Cathode current collector with cathode tab connected to the second terminal
  • Tabs extend in a direction perpendicular to the housing's side

Potential Applications

  • Electric vehicles
  • Portable electronics
  • Renewable energy storage systems

Problems Solved

  • Simplifies battery design and assembly process
  • Provides efficient electrical connection between the electrode stack and terminals
  • Allows for easier integration into various applications

Benefits

  • Enhanced battery performance and reliability
  • Improved electrical conductivity
  • Cost-effective manufacturing process
  • Versatile design for different battery applications


Original Abstract Submitted

Batteries according to embodiments of the present technology may include a housing including a first terminal disposed on a first side of the housing and a second terminal disposed on the first side of the housing. The batteries may include an electrode stack positioned within the housing. The electrode stack may include an anode current collector. The anode current collector may define an anode tab along a second side of the anode current collector, and be electrically coupled with the first terminal. The electrode stack may include a cathode current collector. The cathode current collector may define a cathode tab along a second side of the cathode current collector. The cathode tab and anode tab may extend in a direction normal to a direction facing the first side of the housing. The cathode tab may be electrically coupled with the second terminal.