17728410. BATTERY MODULE simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
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BATTERY MODULE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Woo Young Choi of Anyang-si (KR)
Ji Woong Jung of Anyang-si (KR)
Woo Chan Lee of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Hae Kyu Lim of Bucheon-si (KR)
BATTERY MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17728410 titled 'BATTERY MODULE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a battery module that includes multiple stacked battery cells, a temperature sensor, an inner plate, an outer plate, and a fixing part. Here are the key points:
- The battery module consists of multiple battery cells stacked together.
- A temperature sensor is included to measure the temperature of the battery cells.
- The temperature sensor is connected to a wire that extends outside the battery module.
- An inner plate is attached to the outside of the stacked battery cells, covering their side surfaces.
- The inner plate has a mounting groove to hold the temperature sensor.
- An outer plate is attached to the outside of the inner plate, applying surface pressure to the stacked battery cells.
- A fixing part protrudes from the inner plate and is used to secure the wire connected to the temperature sensor.
- The fixing part is positioned to avoid interfering with the outer plate.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Electric vehicles: Battery modules are crucial components in electric vehicles, and this innovation can enhance their performance and safety.
- Energy storage systems: Battery modules are used in energy storage systems to store renewable energy, and this technology can improve their efficiency and reliability.
- Portable electronics: Battery modules are used in various portable electronic devices, and this innovation can enhance their battery management capabilities.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Temperature monitoring: The inclusion of a temperature sensor allows for accurate monitoring of the battery cells' temperature, which is crucial for preventing overheating and ensuring safe operation.
- Wire management: The fixing part helps secure the wire connected to the temperature sensor, preventing it from interfering with other components and ensuring reliable connectivity.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved safety: Accurate temperature monitoring helps prevent overheating and potential safety hazards.
- Enhanced performance: The ability to measure temperature allows for better battery management, optimizing performance and extending battery life.
- Simplified assembly: The design of the battery module simplifies the installation and management of the temperature sensor and associated wiring.
Original Abstract Submitted
A battery module includes a plurality of stacked battery cells, a temperature sensor configured to measure the temperature of the battery cells and be coupled to a wire connected to the outside of the battery module, an inner plate configured to be coupled to the outside of the plurality of stacked battery cells in a stacking direction of the plurality of battery cells to cover the side surfaces of the plurality of battery cells and having a mounting groove to mount the temperature sensor therein, an outer plate configured to be coupled to the outside of the inner plate to apply a surface pressure to the plurality of stacked battery cells, and a fixing part configured to protrude from the inner plate to fix the wire extending from the temperature sensor, in which the fixing part is disposed to avoid the outer plate.
