18339448. LITHIUM BATTERY simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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LITHIUM BATTERY
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Junhyeong Lee of Suwon-si (KR)
LITHIUM BATTERY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18339448 titled 'LITHIUM BATTERY
The abstract describes a lithium battery with multiple unit cells and current collecting members. Each unit cell consists of layers of electrode active material and an electrolyte layer. The current collecting members are positioned between adjacent unit cells and include a heating element.
- Lithium battery with multiple unit cells and current collecting members
- Unit cells contain electrode active material layers and an electrolyte layer
- Current collecting members have heating elements for temperature control
- Heating element is positioned between unit cells to prevent overheating
- Design improves battery performance and safety
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Portable electronic devices - Energy storage systems
Problems Solved: - Overheating in lithium batteries - Enhanced battery performance and longevity
Benefits: - Improved battery safety - Increased energy efficiency - Extended battery life
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Lithium Battery Technology for Enhanced Performance This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage systems, offering improved safety and efficiency in various commercial applications.
Questions about Lithium Battery Technology: 1. How does the heating element in the current collecting members contribute to the overall performance of the lithium battery? - The heating element helps regulate the temperature within the battery, preventing overheating and improving overall safety and efficiency.
2. What are the key advantages of using multiple unit cells in a lithium battery design? - Using multiple unit cells allows for increased energy storage capacity and better distribution of power, leading to enhanced battery performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a lithium battery including a plurality of unit cells; and one or more current collecting members, wherein each of the plurality of unit cells includes a first electrode active material layer, a second electrode active material layer, and an electrolyte layer disposed between the first electrode active material layer and the second electrode active material layer, the one or more current collecting members includes a first current collecting member disposed between a first unit cell and a second unit cell adjacent to each other, the first current collecting member includes a first surface in contact with the first unit cell, a second surface facing the first surface and in contact with the second unit cell, a first current collector, and a heating element disposed between the first surface and the second surface, wherein the heating element is spaced apart from the first unit cell and the second unit cell.
