17957348. ELECTRICAL GROUND ASSEMBLY FOR GROUNDING AND FLUIDLY SEALING A VEHICLE COMPONENT simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
Contents
- 1 ELECTRICAL GROUND ASSEMBLY FOR GROUNDING AND FLUIDLY SEALING A VEHICLE COMPONENT
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ELECTRICAL GROUND ASSEMBLY FOR GROUNDING AND FLUIDLY SEALING A VEHICLE COMPONENT - 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
ELECTRICAL GROUND ASSEMBLY FOR GROUNDING AND FLUIDLY SEALING A VEHICLE COMPONENT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Samuel Jeffrey Tomlinson of Farmington Hills MI (US)
Alexander Robert Rink of Royal Oak MI (US)
Nathaniel Conti of Canton MI (US)
ELECTRICAL GROUND ASSEMBLY FOR GROUNDING AND FLUIDLY SEALING A VEHICLE COMPONENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17957348 titled 'ELECTRICAL GROUND ASSEMBLY FOR GROUNDING AND FLUIDLY SEALING A VEHICLE COMPONENT
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a grounding assembly for a battery enclosure that includes a washer with serrated surfaces, a fastener with a mating serrated surface, and a seal for creating a watertight barrier.
- The washer has two serrated surfaces, one for removing non-conductive coatings from the battery enclosure and the other for mating with the fastener.
- The fastener also has a serrated surface that matches the washer's second serrated surface for secure attachment.
- A seal is placed on the washer to create a watertight barrier between the washer and the battery enclosure.
Potential Applications
The grounding assembly can be used in various battery enclosures, such as those in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and backup power systems.
Problems Solved
1. Ensures proper grounding of the battery enclosure. 2. Provides a watertight barrier to protect the battery enclosure from moisture and other environmental factors.
Benefits
1. Improved safety by ensuring proper grounding. 2. Protection against water damage and environmental hazards. 3. Easy installation and maintenance of the grounding assembly.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Grounding Assembly for Battery Enclosures: Applications and Benefits"
Possible Prior Art
There may be existing grounding assemblies for battery enclosures, but the specific design with dual serrated surfaces on the washer and fastener, along with the watertight seal, may be a novel combination.
Unanswered Questions
How does the grounding assembly perform in extreme weather conditions?
The article does not provide information on the performance of the grounding assembly in extreme weather conditions such as high temperatures or heavy rain.
Are there any compatibility issues with different types of battery enclosures?
The article does not address whether the grounding assembly is compatible with a wide range of battery enclosure designs and materials.
Original Abstract Submitted
A grounding assembly for a battery enclosure includes a washer including a first serrated surface and a second serrated surface opposite the first serrated surface, a fastener including a serrated surface configured to mate with the second serrated surface of the washer, and a seal disposed on the washer. The first serrated surface is configured to remove a non-conductive coating from the battery enclosure. The seal is configured to form a watertight barrier between the washer and the battery enclosure.
