17986015. RECHARGEABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAVING A THERMAL RUNAWAY MITIGATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE simplified abstract (GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC)
Contents
- 1 RECHARGEABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAVING A THERMAL RUNAWAY MITIGATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 RECHARGEABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAVING A THERMAL RUNAWAY MITIGATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
RECHARGEABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAVING A THERMAL RUNAWAY MITIGATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
Organization Name
GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor(s)
Jian Gao of Auburn Hills MI (US)
Ronald O. Grover, Jr. of Northville MI (US)
Wei Zeng of Oakland Township MI (US)
RECHARGEABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAVING A THERMAL RUNAWAY MITIGATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17986015 titled 'RECHARGEABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAVING A THERMAL RUNAWAY MITIGATION SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a rechargeable energy storage system with a thermal runaway propagation mitigation system. This system includes a housing with outlets, energy storage cells, ducts connected to the outlets, and a gas delivery system to purge combustible gases.
- The rechargeable energy storage system includes a housing with outlets for releasing gases.
- Energy storage cells are arranged in the housing to store and release energy.
- Ducts extend along the energy storage cells and are connected to the outlets for gas release.
- A gas delivery system with a gas storage canister delivers gas into the housing to purge combustible gases through the outlets.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in electric vehicles, renewable energy storage systems, and grid-scale energy storage solutions.
Problems Solved
The system helps prevent thermal runaway propagation in energy storage systems, reducing the risk of fires and explosions.
Benefits
- Enhanced safety in energy storage systems - Increased reliability and longevity of rechargeable energy storage systems - Improved efficiency in managing and controlling gas release during thermal runaway events
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Safety in Rechargeable Energy Storage Systems: Applications and Benefits"
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to thermal runaway mitigation systems in energy storage systems, such as gas purging mechanisms or duct systems for gas release.
Unanswered Questions
How does the gas delivery system determine the amount of gas needed for purging?
The patent application does not specify the mechanism or sensors used to regulate the gas delivery system for purging combustible gases.
What is the expected maintenance schedule for the gas delivery system and ducts in this technology?
The patent application does not provide information on the maintenance requirements or schedule for the gas delivery system and ducts in the rechargeable energy storage system.
Original Abstract Submitted
A rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) including a thermal runaway propagation (TRP) mitigation system includes a housing including at least one outlet, a plurality of energy storage cells arranged in the housing, and at least one duct extending along the plurality of energy storage cells. The at least one duct is fluidically connected to the at least one outlet. A gas delivery system is arranged at the housing and includes a gas storage canister operable to deliver an amount of gas into the housing to purge combustible gases through the at least one outlet.
