18128408. Apparatus for Automatically Inspecting Welding State simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)

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Apparatus for Automatically Inspecting Welding State

Organization Name

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Yong Bae Park of Suwon (KR)

Joon Dong Oh of Suwon (KR)

Young Kwon Kim of Seongnam (KR)

Ho Jae Shin of Daegu (KR)

Baek Young Choi of Daegu (KR)

Apparatus for Automatically Inspecting Welding State - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18128408 titled 'Apparatus for Automatically Inspecting Welding State

Simplified Explanation

The apparatus described in the patent application is designed to automatically inspect the welding state of a battery module by using eddy current to inspect the welding parts of leads for electrical connection.

  • The apparatus is configured to inspect the welding states of welding parts of multiple leads for electrical connection.
  • The inspection is based on deep penetration inspection using the application of eddy current to the welding parts of the leads.

Potential Applications

The technology could be applied in the manufacturing of battery modules, electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and other electronic devices that require reliable welding connections.

Problems Solved

1. Ensures the quality of welding connections in battery modules. 2. Provides a non-destructive testing method for inspecting welding states.

Benefits

1. Increases efficiency in the inspection process. 2. Helps prevent potential failures due to poor welding connections. 3. Enhances the overall reliability of battery modules and electronic devices.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing Battery Module Welding Inspection for Enhanced Quality Control

Possible Prior Art

Prior art in the field of non-destructive testing methods for inspecting welding connections in electronic devices may include X-ray inspection, ultrasonic testing, and visual inspection techniques.

Unanswered Questions

How does the apparatus handle different types of leads and welding materials?

The patent application does not provide specific details on the adaptability of the apparatus to various types of leads and welding materials.

What is the cost-effectiveness of implementing this technology in manufacturing processes?

The patent application does not address the cost implications of integrating this apparatus into existing manufacturing processes.


Original Abstract Submitted

An apparatus for automatically inspecting the welding state of a battery module is configured to inspect welding states of welding parts of a plurality of leads for electrical connection based on a deep penetration inspection using application of eddy current to the welding parts of the leads.