Gm global technology operations llc (20240347871). COCKTAIL MODULE DESIGN FOR TUNABLE FUNCTIONS simplified abstract
COCKTAIL MODULE DESIGN FOR TUNABLE FUNCTIONS
Organization Name
gm global technology operations llc
Inventor(s)
Jingyuan Liu of Shannghai (CN)
Dave G. Rich of Sterling Heights MI (US)
COCKTAIL MODULE DESIGN FOR TUNABLE FUNCTIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240347871 titled 'COCKTAIL MODULE DESIGN FOR TUNABLE FUNCTIONS
The abstract of the patent application describes a battery with a unique configuration involving different types of battery cells connected in series and parallel.
- The battery includes a positive output terminal, a negative output terminal, a first battery module connected to both terminals, consisting of a string of first and second types of battery cells connected in series, and a second battery module connected in parallel to the first module, consisting of a string of the same types of battery cells connected in series.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Unique configuration of different types of battery cells connected in series and parallel.
- Improved efficiency and performance of the battery.
- Enhanced power output and longevity compared to traditional battery designs.
Potential Applications:
- Electric vehicles
- Renewable energy storage systems
- Portable electronic devices
Problems Solved:
- Increased power output
- Enhanced battery life
- Improved energy storage efficiency
Benefits:
- Higher energy density
- Longer battery life
- Enhanced performance
Commercial Applications:
- Electric vehicle industry
- Renewable energy sector
- Consumer electronics market
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research papers on battery cell configurations and designs for improved efficiency and performance.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest research on battery technologies, especially related to different types of battery cells and their configurations.
Questions about Battery Configuration: 1. How does the unique configuration of different types of battery cells in this design contribute to improved performance? 2. What are the potential challenges in manufacturing batteries with this configuration?
Original Abstract Submitted
a battery includes: a positive output terminal; a negative output terminal; a first battery module that is connected to the positive output terminal and the negative output terminal and that includes: a first string of first and second types of battery cells that are electrically connected in series, where the first type is different than the second type; and a second battery module that is electrically connected in parallel with the first battery module and that includes: a second string of the first and second types of battery cells that are electrically connected in series.