View source for 18455622. BATTERY MODULE simplified abstract (SK ON CO., LTD.)

=BATTERY MODULE=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:SK ON CO., LTD.|SK ON CO., LTD.]]


[[Category:SK ON CO., LTD.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Hoemin Cheong of Daejeon (KR)|Hoemin Cheong of Daejeon (KR)]][[Category:Hoemin Cheong of Daejeon (KR)]]

[[:Category:Ju Yong Park of Daejeon (KR)|Ju Yong Park of Daejeon (KR)]][[Category:Ju Yong Park of Daejeon (KR)]]

[[:Category:Seul Gi Lee of Daejeon (KR)|Seul Gi Lee of Daejeon (KR)]][[Category:Seul Gi Lee of Daejeon (KR)]]

==BATTERY MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18455622 titled 'BATTERY MODULE

The battery module described in the patent application consists of a cell stack with multiple battery cells and a module case that encloses the cell stack. 

Key Features and Innovation:
* The module case includes a first case with a rib and a first coupling portion that is thicker than the rib and connected to the side of the rib.
* A second case with a second coupling portion facing the upper part of the rib and the side of the first coupling portion.
* A tunnel portion is formed between the rib, the first coupling portion, and the second coupling portion.
* A welding portion where the boundary area of the first and second coupling portions is welded.

Potential Applications:
This innovative battery module design could be used in various electronic devices, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems.

Problems Solved:
This design helps improve the structural integrity and thermal management of battery modules, enhancing overall safety and performance.

Benefits:
* Enhanced safety and performance of battery modules.
* Improved structural integrity and thermal management.
* Potential for increased energy efficiency in various applications.

Commercial Applications:
This technology could have significant commercial applications in the electric vehicle industry, consumer electronics sector, and renewable energy storage systems market.

Prior Art:
Readers interested in prior art related to this technology could explore patents and research papers on battery module design, welding techniques, and thermal management in battery systems.

Frequently Updated Research:
Stay updated on the latest advancements in battery module design, welding technologies, and energy storage systems to leverage the full potential of this innovative technology.

Questions about Battery Module Design:
1. How does the thickness of the first coupling portion contribute to the overall performance of the battery module?
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this welding technique in mass production of battery modules?


==Original Abstract Submitted==

A battery module according to the present disclosure comprises a cell stack comprising a plurality of battery cells; and a module case covering the outside of the cell stack. A module case comprises a first case comprising a rib and a first coupling portion that has a greater thickness than that of the rib and that is connected to a side of the rib; a second case comprising a second coupling portion facing an upper portion of the rib and a side of the first coupling portion; a tunnel portion formed between the rib, the first coupling portion, and the second coupling portion; and a welding portion in which a boundary area of the first coupling portion and the second coupling portion is welded.



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