18541871. BATTERY MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND BATTERY MEASUREMENT METHOD simplified abstract (DENSO CORPORATION)
Contents
- 1 BATTERY MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND BATTERY MEASUREMENT METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 BATTERY MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND BATTERY MEASUREMENT METHOD - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
BATTERY MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND BATTERY MEASUREMENT METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Masaaki Kitagawa of Kariya-city (JP)
Isao Ishibe of Kariya-city (JP)
BATTERY MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND BATTERY MEASUREMENT METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18541871 titled 'BATTERY MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND BATTERY MEASUREMENT METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a battery measurement apparatus connected to a battery module with multiple storage batteries. It includes a measurement unit that measures the battery state of each storage battery and a determination unit that determines if any storage battery needs replacement based on the battery state.
- The apparatus measures the battery state of each storage battery in a battery module.
- It determines if a storage battery needs replacement by analyzing the battery state parameters.
- Replacement is determined if a parameter indicating the battery state is out of a predetermined range for one storage battery while others are also out of range.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in:
- Battery management systems for electric vehicles.
- Renewable energy storage systems.
- Uninterruptible power supply systems.
Problems Solved
The technology addresses issues such as:
- Identifying failing storage batteries in a battery module.
- Preventing system failures due to faulty batteries.
- Optimizing battery module performance and lifespan.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved reliability of battery systems.
- Cost savings by replacing only necessary batteries.
- Enhanced overall performance of battery modules.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be commercially benefit:
- Battery manufacturers.
- Energy storage system providers.
- Automotive companies developing electric vehicles.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be battery management systems used in electric vehicles or stationary energy storage systems that monitor individual battery cells for performance and health.
Unanswered Questions
How does the apparatus communicate the need for battery replacement to the user or system operator?
The abstract does not specify the method of communication between the apparatus and the user or system operator. This could be through visual indicators, alarms, or data logging systems.
What is the expected lifespan of the storage batteries in the battery module?
The abstract does not mention the expected lifespan of the storage batteries or how the apparatus factors this into the determination of battery replacement. This information would be crucial for understanding the long-term maintenance requirements of the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery measurement apparatus connected to a battery module in which a plurality of storage batteries are combined, includes: a measurement unit that measures a battery state of at least each of the storage batteries; and a determination unit that determines whether replacement of any one of the storage batteries has occurred based on the battery state. The determination unit determines that replacement of a storage battery has occurred in the case where a parameter indicating the battery state of any one of the storage batteries that constitute the battery module is determined to be out of a predetermined range and a parameter indicating the battery state of other storage batteries or other battery modules are also determined to be out of a predetermined range.
