17914104. BATTERY MODULE simplified abstract (LG Energy Solution, Ltd.)
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BATTERY MODULE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jong Yoon Keum of Daejeon (KR)
Dong Hwan Shin of Daejeon (KR)
BATTERY MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17914104 titled 'BATTERY MODULE
The battery module described in the patent application is designed to enhance the spatial utilization of the battery module by incorporating a module case that can accommodate multiple battery cells efficiently.
- The module case consists of a case body with front, rear, left, and right surfaces, along with a lower part, a case cover at the upper part of the case body, and a mounting bracket on a side surface for attachment to external devices or neighboring battery modules.
- Holes are present in the middle part of the case cover to allow for the connection of a coolant port for introducing and discharging coolant, as well as a power terminal for electrical connections with external equipment.
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Energy storage systems - Portable electronic devices
Problems Solved: - Improved spatial utilization of battery modules - Efficient cooling system integration - Enhanced electrical connectivity
Benefits: - Increased battery module efficiency - Better thermal management - Enhanced safety features
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Battery Module for Improved Efficiency in Electric Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles to optimize battery performance and safety, leading to increased range and reliability in transportation.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the design of the module case contribute to improved spatial utilization of the battery module? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this battery module design into existing electric vehicle systems?
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery module includes a plurality of battery cells and a module case configured to receive the plurality of battery cells to improve spatial utilization of the battery module. The module case includes a case body at front, rear, left and right surfaces, and a lower part thereof; a case cover at an upper part of the case body; and a mounting bracket at a side surface of the case body to be fastened to an external device or a neighboring battery module, and wherein holes are formed in a middle part of the case cover such that a coolant port, configured to allow a coolant to be introduced and discharged therethrough, and a power terminal, configured to allow electrical connection with an outside therethrough, are connected to external equipment.
