18036062. Pouch-Shaped Battery Cell With Improved Thermal Safety simplified abstract (LG Energy Solution, Ltd.)
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Pouch-Shaped Battery Cell With Improved Thermal Safety
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Pouch-Shaped Battery Cell With Improved Thermal Safety - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18036062 titled 'Pouch-Shaped Battery Cell With Improved Thermal Safety
The present invention is about a pouch-shaped battery cell designed for improved thermal safety. It includes an electrode assembly with electrode tabs, a cell case, electrode leads, a lead film, and a thermal fuse unit.
- Electrode assembly with electrode tabs for connection
- Cell case to house the electrode assembly
- Electrode leads connected to the electrode tabs
- Lead film between the cell case and electrode leads
- Thermal fuse unit for inducing a short circuit at high temperatures
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Portable electronic devices - Energy storage systems
Problems Solved: - Enhanced thermal safety - Prevention of thermal runaway in battery cells
Benefits: - Increased safety in battery technology - Reduced risk of overheating and fires - Improved reliability of battery cells
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Safety Pouch-Shaped Battery Cells for Various Industries This technology can be used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage systems, enhancing safety and reliability in these applications.
Questions about Pouch-Shaped Battery Cells: 1. How does the thermal fuse unit operate in inducing a short circuit at high temperatures? 2. What are the specific advantages of using a pouch-shaped design for battery cells?
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are continually exploring new materials and designs to further improve the thermal safety and performance of battery cells, including pouch-shaped designs. Stay updated on the latest advancements in this field for potential breakthroughs in battery technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present invention relates to a pouch-shaped battery cell with improved thermal safety, and more particularly to a pouch-shaped battery cell including an electrode assembly having a pair of electrode tabs provided at one side or opposing sides of the electrode assembly, a cell case configured to receive the electrode assembly, a pair of electrode leads, a first side of each of the pair of electrode leads being connected to a corresponding one of the electrode tabs, a second side of each of the electrode leads protruding from the cell case, a lead film located between the cell case and each of the electrode leads, and a thermal fuse unit, wherein at a predetermined temperature or higher, the thermal fuse unit is operated to induce occurrence of a short circuit.
