18650191. BATTERY PACK simplified abstract (SAMSUNG SDI CO., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 BATTERY PACK
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 BATTERY PACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Questions about Battery Pack Technology
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
BATTERY PACK
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
BATTERY PACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18650191 titled 'BATTERY PACK
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a battery pack with a battery cell, a protection circuit module, and a module case to prevent over-charging and over-discharging of the battery cell.
- The battery pack includes a battery cell with a cell tab, a protection circuit module connected to the cell tab, and a module case housing the protection circuit module.
- The module case has three regions - a first region, a second region on top of the first region, and a third region extending through both regions.
- The protection circuit module is placed in a cavity between the first and second regions.
Key Features and Innovation
- Battery pack design to prevent over-charging and over-discharging.
- Protection circuit module connected to the cell tab for safety.
- Module case with three regions for housing the protection circuit module.
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in various electronic devices requiring battery packs, such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles.
Problems Solved
The technology addresses the issues of over-charging and over-discharging of battery cells, which can lead to safety hazards and reduced battery lifespan.
Benefits
- Enhanced safety for battery packs.
- Prolonged battery lifespan.
- Improved performance of electronic devices.
Commercial Applications
The technology can be applied in the consumer electronics industry for manufacturing safer and more efficient battery packs for a wide range of devices.
Questions about Battery Pack Technology
How does the protection circuit module prevent over-charging and over-discharging?
The protection circuit module is designed to monitor the voltage and current levels of the battery cell, cutting off the charging or discharging process when it reaches unsafe levels.
What are the potential market implications of this battery pack technology?
The technology can lead to the development of safer and more reliable battery packs, increasing consumer trust and demand for electronic devices equipped with such technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery pack includes: a battery cell having a cell tab extending outwardly; a protection circuit module electrically connected to the cell tab to prevent over-charging and over-discharging of the battery cell; and a module case accommodating the protection circuit module and mounted on the battery cell, wherein the module case includes a first region, a second region positioned on the first region, and a third region extending from the first region through the second region, and the protection circuit module is accommodated in a cavity provided between the first region and the second region.
