18545585. APPARATUS FOR DETECTING OVERHEATING OF BATTERY MODULE AND METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
Contents
- 1 APPARATUS FOR DETECTING OVERHEATING OF BATTERY MODULE AND METHOD THEREOF
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 APPARATUS FOR DETECTING OVERHEATING OF BATTERY MODULE AND METHOD THEREOF - 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
APPARATUS FOR DETECTING OVERHEATING OF BATTERY MODULE AND METHOD THEREOF
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
APPARATUS FOR DETECTING OVERHEATING OF BATTERY MODULE AND METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18545585 titled 'APPARATUS FOR DETECTING OVERHEATING OF BATTERY MODULE AND METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The apparatus described in the patent application is designed to detect overheating of battery modules by using temperature fuses with specific resistance values connected in parallel to each other.
- The apparatus includes a battery pack with two battery modules, each equipped with a temperature fuse of different resistance values.
- A controller is used to monitor the total resistance value of the temperature fuses to detect overheating in either of the battery modules.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and portable electronic devices to prevent overheating and potential safety hazards.
Problems Solved
1. Preventing overheating of battery modules. 2. Enhancing safety measures in battery-powered devices.
Benefits
1. Early detection of overheating issues. 2. Improved safety for users and devices. 3. Preventing potential damage to battery modules.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Battery Safety in Electric Vehicles and Energy Storage Systems"
Possible Prior Art
There are existing technologies that use temperature sensors to monitor battery temperature, but the specific use of temperature fuses with resistance values to detect overheating may be a unique approach in this field.
Unanswered Questions
How does the apparatus differentiate between normal temperature fluctuations and actual overheating incidents?
The controller in the apparatus may have algorithms or thresholds set to distinguish between normal temperature changes and critical overheating situations. This aspect could be further elaborated on in the patent application or related documentation.
Are there any limitations to the use of temperature fuses in detecting overheating in battery modules?
While temperature fuses are effective in detecting overheating, they may have limitations in terms of response time or accuracy. Exploring the potential drawbacks or challenges of using temperature fuses for this purpose could provide a more comprehensive understanding of the technology's capabilities.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus for detecting overheating of a battery module includes a battery pack including a first battery module and a second battery module, a first temperature fuse arranged on the first battery module and having a first resistance value, a second temperature fuse arranged on the second battery module and having a second resistance value, and a controller that detects an overheated battery module based on a total resistance value of the first and second temperature fuses, which are connected in parallel to each other.
