US Patent Application 18176834. POWER STORAGE DEVICE simplified abstract
Contents
POWER STORAGE DEVICE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Hiroyuki Nakayama of Okazaki-shi (JP)
POWER STORAGE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18176834 titled 'POWER STORAGE DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a power storage device that consists of a stack of multiple battery cells, a housing to hold the stack, and an insulating sheet placed between the stack and the ceiling surface of the housing.
- The power storage device is designed to store electrical energy efficiently and safely.
- The stack is made up of several battery cells, which are stacked on top of each other.
- The housing provides a protective enclosure for the stack and other components of the power storage device.
- An insulating sheet is placed between the stack and the ceiling surface of the housing to prevent any electrical or thermal contact.
- The insulating sheet has a projecting portion that extends downward, ensuring complete coverage between the stack and the exposed area of the ceiling surface.
- The exposed area on the ceiling surface is intentionally left uncovered by the insulating sheet, possibly for ventilation or other purposes.
- The insulating sheet and the projecting portion contribute to the overall safety and efficiency of the power storage device.
Original Abstract Submitted
A power storage device includes a stack in which a plurality of battery cells is stacked together, a housing that houses the stack, and an insulating sheet disposed between a ceiling surface of the housing and the stack. The ceiling surface includes an exposed area that is not covered with the insulating sheet. The insulating sheet includes a projecting portion projecting downward. The projecting portion is disposed between the stack and the exposed area in plan view.
