18095708. MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY FOR BATTERY PACK simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY FOR BATTERY PACK
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Inventor(s)
Liam E. West of Ferndale MI (US)
MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY FOR BATTERY PACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18095708 titled 'MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY FOR BATTERY PACK
The abstract of this patent application describes a manifold assembly for a battery pack used in electrified vehicles, specifically focusing on a thermal exchange plate with a fluid channel and a cap for fluid communication.
- Battery pack innovation for electrified vehicles
- Includes a thermal exchange plate with a fluid channel
- Manifold assembly with a cap for fluid communication
- Designed to enhance thermal management in battery packs
- Improves efficiency and performance of electrified vehicles
Potential Applications: - Electric cars - Hybrid vehicles - Energy storage systems
Problems Solved: - Overheating in battery packs - Inefficient thermal management - Performance degradation in electrified vehicles
Benefits: - Enhanced thermal efficiency - Improved battery pack performance - Extended lifespan of electrified vehicles
Commercial Applications: - Automotive industry - Energy storage companies - Electric vehicle manufacturers
Questions about Battery Pack Manifold Assembly: 1. How does the manifold assembly improve the thermal management of battery packs? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this innovation in electrified vehicles?
Frequently Updated Research: - Ongoing studies on battery pack thermal management - Advancements in electric vehicle technology and efficiency
Original Abstract Submitted
This disclosure relates generally to battery packs for electrified vehicles, and in particular relates to a manifold assembly for a battery pack. In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a battery pack, including: a battery array including a plurality of battery cells; a thermal exchange plate, wherein the thermal exchange plate includes a channel configured to communicate fluid from a first side of the thermal exchange plate to a second side of the thermal exchange plate; and a manifold assembly including a cap connected to the first side of the thermal exchange plate, wherein the cap is configured to communicate fluid into the channel.
