BATTERY MANUFACTURING APPARATUS AND METHODS

Organization Name

rivian ip holdings, llc

Inventor(s)

Terri Chai Lin of Fremont CA (US)

Chao Ken Hsu of Fremont CA (US)

Karthik Shankar Bhatt of San Jose CA (US)

Joowook Lee of Palo Alto CA (US)

Bharat Kathpalia of San Francisco CA (US)

BATTERY MANUFACTURING APPARATUS AND METHODS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240222680 titled 'BATTERY MANUFACTURING APPARATUS AND METHODS

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes an apparatus for manufacturing a battery, which includes a holder to support an electrode stack consisting of a solid-state electrolyte layer and an electrode layer. The holder applies pressure to the electrode stack to maintain alignment between the layers.

The apparatus is a holder for supporting an electrode stack in battery manufacturing.
The electrode stack includes a solid-state electrolyte layer and an electrode layer.
The holder consists of a first member supporting one side of the electrode stack and a second member supporting the other side.
At least one of the members applies pressure to the electrode stack to align the layers.

Potential Applications: 1. Battery manufacturing industry for producing high-quality batteries. 2. Energy storage systems for renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. 3. Electric vehicles for efficient and reliable battery performance.

Problems Solved: 1. Ensures proper alignment of the solid-state electrolyte layer and electrode layer. 2. Improves the overall quality and performance of batteries. 3. Streamlines the manufacturing process for batteries.

Benefits: 1. Enhanced battery efficiency and longevity. 2. Consistent and reliable battery performance. 3. Cost-effective manufacturing process for batteries.

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Battery Manufacturing Apparatus for Improved Performance This technology can be utilized in the production of batteries for various applications such as electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage systems. The innovation offers a more efficient and reliable battery manufacturing process, leading to improved performance and longevity in end products.

Questions about Battery Manufacturing Apparatus: 1. How does the apparatus ensure alignment between the solid-state electrolyte layer and the electrode layer?

  - The apparatus includes members that apply pressure to the electrode stack to maintain alignment.

2. What are the potential benefits of using this apparatus in battery manufacturing?

  - The benefits include enhanced battery efficiency, consistent performance, and cost-effective production processes.

Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus for manufacturing a battery is disclosed. the apparatus can be a holder. the holder can include a first member to support a first side of an electrode stack. the electrode stack can include a solid-state electrolyte layer and an electrode layer. the holder can include a second member to support a second side of the electrode stack. at least one of the first member and the second member can apply a pressure to the electrode stack to maintain alignment of the solid-state electrolyte layer and the electrode layer.