17894644. BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM OF VEHICLE simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM OF VEHICLE
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Yeon Man Jeong of Yongin, Gyeonggi-do (KR)
BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM OF VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17894644 titled 'BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM OF VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a battery cooling system for a vehicle. The system includes a battery, a battery chiller, a first pump, a radiator, a second pump, and a switching valve.
- The battery cooling system is designed to regulate the temperature of the battery in a vehicle.
- The battery chiller is connected to the battery and cools down a refrigerant.
- The first pump circulates the cooled refrigerant from the battery chiller to the battery.
- The radiator is connected to or disconnected from the battery and cools down the refrigerant.
- The second pump circulates the cooled refrigerant from the radiator to the battery.
- The switching valve allows for switching between two states: one where the refrigerant inlet and outlet of the battery are connected to the radiator, and one where the battery is disconnected from the radiator and only the refrigerant cooled at the battery chiller is circulated to the battery.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Electric vehicles: The battery cooling system can help regulate the temperature of the battery in electric vehicles, improving its performance and lifespan.
- Hybrid vehicles: The system can also be used in hybrid vehicles to cool down the battery during charging or high-demand situations.
- Energy storage systems: The technology can be applied to battery-based energy storage systems to maintain optimal battery temperature.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Overheating: The cooling system prevents the battery from overheating, which can lead to reduced performance and potential damage.
- Temperature regulation: The system ensures that the battery operates within the optimal temperature range, improving its efficiency and longevity.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved battery performance: By maintaining the battery at an optimal temperature, the system enhances its performance and overall efficiency.
- Extended battery lifespan: Proper temperature regulation helps prolong the lifespan of the battery, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
- Enhanced safety: Preventing overheating reduces the risk of battery malfunctions, such as thermal runaway, which can lead to fires or explosions.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a battery cooling system of a vehicle, the battery cooling system including: a battery, a battery chiller connected to the battery, a first pump mounted such that a refrigerant cooled at the battery chiller is circulated to the battery, a radiator mounted such that the radiator is connected to or disconnected from the battery, a second pump mounted such that the refrigerant cooled at the radiator is circulated to the battery, and a switching valve provided to switch a state in which a refrigerant inlet and a refrigerant outlet of the battery are respectively connected to a refrigerant outlet and a refrigerant inlet of the radiator, and a state in which the battery is disconnected from the radiator and only the refrigerant cooled at the battery chiller is circulated to the battery.
