18435630. STACKED BATTERY simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
STACKED BATTERY
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Yushi Suzuki of Mishima-shi (JP)
STACKED BATTERY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18435630 titled 'STACKED BATTERY
Simplified Explanation:
The abstract describes a stacked battery design consisting of cells with various components stacked in a specific order, separated by insulating materials.
- The battery includes a stack of cells with positive and negative electrodes, electrolyte, and current collectors.
- Insulating materials are placed between the electrodes and current collectors to prevent short circuits.
- The positive and negative electrode current collectors are divided into three parts each for efficient operation.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Stacked battery design with cells arranged in a specific order.
- Insulating materials prevent short circuits between electrodes and current collectors.
- Three-part division of positive and negative electrode current collectors for improved performance.
Potential Applications:
- Electric vehicles
- Portable electronic devices
- Energy storage systems
Problems Solved:
- Risk of short circuits in stacked battery designs
- Efficiency and performance issues in traditional battery configurations
Benefits:
- Enhanced safety due to insulating materials
- Improved battery performance and efficiency
- Compact design suitable for various applications
Commercial Applications:
Title: Stacked Battery Design for Enhanced Performance in Electric Vehicles and Portable Electronics
This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles, portable electronic devices, and energy storage systems, offering improved safety, performance, and efficiency. The market implications include increased demand for reliable and compact battery solutions in various industries.
Prior Art:
Readers can explore prior research on stacked battery designs, insulating materials in batteries, and advancements in current collector technology to understand the evolution of this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research:
Researchers are continuously exploring new materials for insulating layers, optimizing the division of current collectors, and enhancing the overall performance of stacked batteries.
Questions about Stacked Battery Design:
1. How does the three-part division of current collectors improve battery performance? 2. What are the specific challenges in implementing insulating materials in stacked battery designs?
Original Abstract Submitted
A stacked battery includes a stack of cells each having an electrode body including positive electrode current collector, positive electrode, electrolyte, negative electrode, and negative electrode current collector stacked in that order, a first insulating material arranged on an opposite side of the positive electrode across a first part of the positive electrode current collector, and a second insulating material arranged on an opposite side of the negative electrode across a first part of the negative electrode current collector, the positive electrode current collector has the first part of the positive electrode current collector, a second part of the positive electrode current collector, and a third part of the positive electrode current collector, the negative electrode current collector has the first part of the negative electrode current collector, a second part of the negative electrode current collector, and a third part of the negative electrode current collector.
