18226578. BATTERY PACK simplified abstract (Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
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BATTERY PACK
Organization Name
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
BATTERY PACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18226578 titled 'BATTERY PACK
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a battery pack designed to improve safety by including a secondary battery with a cutoff circuit, discharge circuit, and control circuit to monitor and respond to abnormalities.
- Secondary battery with positive and negative electrodes
- Cutoff circuit to stop current flow in case of abnormality
- Discharge circuit to safely discharge the battery
- Control circuit to monitor and respond to abnormalities
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in various electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, electric vehicles, and power tools to enhance safety and prevent potential hazards related to battery malfunctions.
Problems Solved
1. Safety concerns related to battery malfunctions 2. Risk of overheating or short circuits in battery packs
Benefits
1. Improved safety for electronic devices 2. Prevention of potential accidents or damage caused by battery failures 3. Enhanced reliability and longevity of battery packs
Potential Commercial Applications
Enhancing the safety features of battery packs could make them more attractive to consumers, leading to increased sales and market competitiveness in industries such as consumer electronics and electric vehicles.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of similar safety features in existing battery packs for electronic devices, although the specific combination of cutoff, discharge, and control circuits as described in this patent application may be unique.
Unanswered Questions
How does the control circuit detect abnormalities in the secondary battery?
The abstract mentions that the control circuit monitors the secondary battery and triggers the cutoff and discharge circuits in case of abnormalities, but it does not specify the exact method or sensors used for this detection.
Are there any specific testing or certification requirements for implementing this technology in commercial products?
While the abstract highlights the safety benefits of the battery pack, it does not address any regulatory or compliance aspects that may need to be considered before integrating this technology into mass-produced electronic devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery pack capable of improving safety is obtained. A battery pack according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes a secondary battery provided in a power supply path and including a positive electrode and a negative electrode, a first terminal connected to one end of the power supply path, a second terminal connected to the other end of the power supply path, a cutoff circuit provided in the power supply path and cutting off a current flowing through the power supply path, a discharge circuit connected to the positive electrode of the secondary battery and the negative electrode of the secondary battery and discharging the secondary battery, and a control circuit monitoring the secondary battery and causing the cutoff circuit to cut off the current and causing the discharge circuit to discharge the secondary battery when an abnormality is detected based on a monitoring result.
