18029779. SEPARATOR, SECONDARY BATTERY, AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SEPARATOR simplified abstract (SEMICONDUCTOR ENERGY LABORATORY CO., LTD.)

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SEPARATOR, SECONDARY BATTERY, AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SEPARATOR

Organization Name

SEMICONDUCTOR ENERGY LABORATORY CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Kaori Ogita of Isehara (JP)

Tetsuji Ishitani of Atsugi (JP)

Shuhei Yoshitomi of Ayase (JP)

Fumiko Tanaka of Atsugi (JP)

Shotaro Muratsubaki of Atsugi (JP)

Teppei Oguni of Atsugi (JP)

SEPARATOR, SECONDARY BATTERY, AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SEPARATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18029779 titled 'SEPARATOR, SECONDARY BATTERY, AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SEPARATOR

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a secondary battery with high safety and little deterioration, achieved through a novel separator design. The separator consists of a polymer porous film stacked with a layer containing a ceramic-based material with metal oxide microparticles.

  • Polymer porous film and ceramic-based material layer stacked in separator
  • Layer thickness between 1 μm and 100 μm, film thickness between 4 μm and 50 μm

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various secondary battery systems, such as electric vehicles, portable electronics, and energy storage systems.

Problems Solved

1. Deterioration in secondary batteries 2. Safety concerns in battery systems

Benefits

1. Enhanced safety in battery operation 2. Improved battery performance and longevity 3. Reduced risk of thermal runaway incidents

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing battery performance and safety in electric vehicles Enhancing energy storage systems for renewable energy applications

Possible Prior Art

Prior art may include traditional separator designs in secondary batteries, which may not offer the same level of safety and durability as the novel separator described in the patent application.

Unanswered Questions

How does the separator design impact the overall performance of the secondary battery system?

The separator design plays a crucial role in the safety and longevity of the battery. By stacking a polymer porous film with a ceramic-based material layer containing metal oxide microparticles, the separator can enhance the overall performance of the secondary battery system.

What are the potential challenges in scaling up production of secondary batteries using this novel separator design?

Scaling up production may involve challenges related to manufacturing consistency, cost-effectiveness, and compatibility with existing battery production processes. Addressing these challenges will be crucial for the successful commercialization of this technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

A secondary battery with little deterioration is provided. A secondary battery with high safety is provided. A separator having excellent characteristics is provided. A separator achieving the secondary battery with high safety is provided. A novel separator is provided. In the separator, a polymer porous film and a layer including a ceramic-based material containing a metal oxide microparticle are stacked, the thickness of the layer including a ceramic-based material is greater than or equal to 1 μm and less than or equal to 100 μm, and the film thickness of the polymer porous film is greater than or equal to 4 μm and less than or equal to 50 μm.