17837964. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ESTIMATING BATTERY TEMPERATURE simplified abstract (APPLE INC.)

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ESTIMATING BATTERY TEMPERATURE

Organization Name

APPLE INC.

Inventor(s)

Wei He of San Jose CA (US)

Guangyu Liu of San Jose CA (US)

Tai Sik Hwang of San Jose CA (US)

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ESTIMATING BATTERY TEMPERATURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17837964 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ESTIMATING BATTERY TEMPERATURE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a battery with processing circuitry that can estimate the temperature of the battery cell using various models. These models include a battery cell heat generation model, a gas gauge and system heat generation model, and a battery and gas gauge heat transfer model. The models take inputs such as battery voltage, open-circuit voltage, battery current, and gas gauge temperature to determine the estimated temperature of the battery cell.

  • The battery includes processing circuitry to estimate the temperature of the battery cell.
  • The estimation is done using various models, including a battery cell heat generation model, a gas gauge and system heat generation model, and a battery and gas gauge heat transfer model.
  • The models take inputs such as battery voltage, open-circuit voltage, battery current, and gas gauge temperature.
  • The estimated temperature helps in monitoring and managing the battery's performance and health.

Potential Applications

  • Battery management systems in electric vehicles.
  • Portable electronic devices with built-in batteries.
  • Renewable energy storage systems.

Problems Solved

  • Accurate temperature estimation of battery cells.
  • Improved battery performance and lifespan.
  • Enhanced safety by preventing overheating or overcooling of batteries.

Benefits

  • Efficient battery management and optimization.
  • Extended battery lifespan.
  • Enhanced safety and reliability of battery-powered devices.


Original Abstract Submitted

A battery includes a battery cell and processing circuitry. The processing circuitry is configured to determine an estimated temperature of the battery cell as a function of various models. The models include a battery cell heat generation model that receives a first input indicative of a battery voltage measurement, a second input indicative of a voltage corresponding to a battery open-circuit voltage (OCV) model, and a third input indicative of a battery current measurement. The models also include a gas gauge and system heat generation model that receives the third input. The models also include a battery and gas gauge heat transfer model that receives a fourth input indicative of a gas gauge temperature measurement.