17933154. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY CELL RECYCLING simplified abstract (GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC)
Contents
- 1 SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY CELL RECYCLING
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY CELL RECYCLING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY CELL RECYCLING
Organization Name
GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor(s)
Alex Carr of Royal Oak MI (US)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY CELL RECYCLING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17933154 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY CELL RECYCLING
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a battery cell recycling system with a recycling table, battery guide system, and actuators to remove components from a battery cell for recycling.
- The recycling table has a collection slot for receiving battery components.
- The battery guide system moves between positions to align components over the collection slot.
- Actuators are used to move cutting blades to remove components from the battery cell.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in battery recycling facilities to efficiently disassemble and recycle battery cells.
Problems Solved
1. Streamlining the recycling process for battery cells. 2. Ensuring proper disposal of battery components.
Benefits
1. Increased efficiency in battery recycling. 2. Reduction of environmental impact from improper disposal of batteries.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing battery recycling processes for environmental sustainability.
Possible Prior Art
There are existing battery recycling systems that may use similar components and processes, but further research is needed to identify specific prior art.
Unanswered Questions
1. What specific types of battery cells can be processed with this system? 2. Are there any limitations to the size or shape of batteries that can be recycled using this technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery cell recycling system includes a recycling table having a first table surface opposite a second table surface and at least one collection slot defined through the first table surface and the second table surface. The battery cell recycling system includes a battery guide system to receive a battery cell including a first lead tab, a second lead tab and a pouch. The battery guide system is movable between a first position and a second position in which at least one of the first lead tab, the second lead tab and the pouch is disposed over the collection slot. The battery cell recycling system includes at least one actuator configured to move at least one cutting blade to remove at least one of the first lead tab, the second lead tab and the pouch from the battery cell in the second position.
