MANUFACTURING METHOD OF ELECTRODE SHEET

Organization Name

toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Satoshi Moriyama of Nagoya-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

Takenori Ikeda of Owariasahi-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

Masashi Yamakita of Nagoya-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

Tetsuya Mimura of Chiryu-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

MANUFACTURING METHOD OF ELECTRODE SHEET - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240105906 titled 'MANUFACTURING METHOD OF ELECTRODE SHEET

Simplified Explanation

The manufacturing method of an electrode sheet involves preparing a wet granulated body containing an electrode material and a solvent, passing the wet granulated body through a gap between two rolls to form an electrode material layer on the outer peripheral surface of the second roll, and transferring the electrode material layer onto a substrate.

Preparation of wet granulated body containing electrode material and solvent
Film forming step using rolls with a solvent absorbing portion
Transfer of electrode material layer onto a substrate

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in the manufacturing of various types of electrodes for batteries, capacitors, fuel cells, and other electronic devices.

Problems Solved

This method provides a more efficient and controlled way of forming electrode material layers on substrates, reducing waste and improving overall product quality.

Benefits

- Improved precision and uniformity in electrode material layer formation - Enhanced production efficiency and reduced manufacturing costs - Increased performance and reliability of electronic devices utilizing the electrodes

Potential Commercial Applications

"Manufacturing Method of Electrode Sheet: Applications in Battery and Electronics Industry"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to methods of forming electrode material layers on substrates using different techniques such as spraying, coating, or printing.

Unanswered Questions

How does this method compare to traditional electrode manufacturing processes?

This method offers a more controlled and efficient way of forming electrode material layers, but it would be interesting to see a direct comparison in terms of cost, time, and quality.

What are the environmental implications of this manufacturing method?

It would be important to understand how this method impacts waste generation, solvent usage, and overall environmental sustainability compared to other electrode manufacturing processes.

Original Abstract Submitted

a manufacturing method of an electrode sheet comprising: a preparation step of preparing a wet granulated body containing an electrode material and a solvent, a film forming step of passing the wet granulated body through a gap between a first roll and a second roll having a solvent absorbing portion on an outer peripheral surface to form an electrode material layer on an outer peripheral surface of the second roll, and a transfer step of transferring the electrode material layer onto a substrate.