18438374. BATTERY APPARATUS simplified abstract (LG Energy Solution, Ltd.)
BATTERY APPARATUS
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BATTERY APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18438374 titled 'BATTERY APPARATUS
The patent application discusses a battery module comprising multiple pouch-type secondary batteries arranged in parallel, each with an electrode assembly, a receiving portion, and a pouch exterior. A cooling plate is positioned beneath the batteries with a thermally conductive adhesive between them.
- The battery module consists of pouch-type secondary batteries arranged parallel to each other.
- Each battery includes an electrode assembly, a receiving portion, and a pouch exterior.
- A cooling plate is placed under the batteries to accommodate them.
- A thermally conductive adhesive is used between the batteries and the cooling plate.
- The cooling plate has recesses to receive portions of the pouch exterior and the adhesive.
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Energy storage systems - Portable electronic devices
Problems Solved: - Heat dissipation in battery modules - Enhanced battery performance and longevity
Benefits: - Improved thermal management - Increased battery efficiency - Extended battery lifespan
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Battery Module for Enhanced Thermal Management in Electric Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and portable electronic devices to improve battery performance and longevity.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the cooling plate enhance the performance of the battery module? 2. What are the potential market implications of implementing this innovative battery module technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
Discussed is a battery module including a plurality of pouch-type secondary batteries arranged in parallel to each other, each pouch type secondary battery comprising an electrode assembly, a receiving portion configured to receive the electrode assembly and a pouch exterior, a cooling plate arranged under the plurality of pouch-type secondary batteries to accommodate the plurality of pouch-type secondary batteries, and a thermally conductive adhesive between the plurality of pouch-type secondary batteries and the cooling plate. The cooling plate includes a first recess to receive a portion of the pouch exterior and a second recess to receive a portion of the thermally conductive adhesive.