18544982. BATTERY PACK simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
BATTERY PACK
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Yusuke Kuruma of Toyota-shi (JP)
Shigeyuki Inoue of Toyota-shi (JP)
BATTERY PACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18544982 titled 'BATTERY PACK
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a battery stack with discharge valves that release gas when internal pressure increases, housed in a case with plate members between the valves and the upper case.
- Each cell in the battery stack has a discharge valve to release gas when internal pressure rises.
- A case encloses the battery stack.
- Plate members are positioned between each discharge valve and the upper case.
- The plate members overlap with the discharge valves when viewed from above.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in various industries such as automotive, energy storage, and consumer electronics for improved safety and performance of battery systems.
Problems Solved
1. Preventing overpressure within battery cells. 2. Enhancing safety by releasing gas buildup in a controlled manner.
Benefits
1. Increased safety of battery systems. 2. Improved efficiency and longevity of batteries. 3. Enhanced performance under varying conditions.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing battery systems for electric vehicles Enhancing energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources
Possible Prior Art
Similar technologies may exist in the field of battery management systems and safety mechanisms for battery packs. However, specific details of overlapping plate members with discharge valves may be unique to this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall cost of battery systems in comparison to existing solutions?
The cost implications of implementing this technology in battery systems are not addressed in the patent application. Further research and analysis would be needed to determine the cost-effectiveness of this innovation.
What are the potential environmental implications of releasing gas from battery cells?
The environmental impact of releasing gas from battery cells is not discussed in the patent application. Future studies could explore the environmental consequences and potential mitigation strategies associated with this technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
Each cell forming a battery stack has a discharge valve configured to discharge gas in the inside to the outside when an internal pressure increases. A case houses the battery stack. A plate member is provided between each discharge valve and an upper case. The plate member is arranged to overlap with each discharge valve when the battery stack and the plate member are planarly viewed from above.
