17994771. BATTERY COOLING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

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BATTERY COOLING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Gun Goo Lee of Suwon (KR)

Jong Gu Lee of Seoul (KR)

In Gook Son of Incheon (KR)

BATTERY COOLING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17994771 titled 'BATTERY COOLING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a battery cooling device for a vehicle, which includes multiple battery casings, a gap filler, and cooling channels. The device is designed to transfer and exchange heat generated by the battery cells.

  • The battery cooling device is specifically designed for vehicles.
  • It consists of multiple battery casings that house the battery cells.
  • A gap filler is applied to the upper and lower surfaces of each battery casing to transfer heat from the battery cells.
  • Cooling channels are located in the upper and lower portions of the battery casing.
  • The cooling channels facilitate the exchange of heat for the battery cells that is transferred by the gap filler.

Potential Applications

  • Electric vehicles
  • Hybrid vehicles
  • Battery-powered motorcycles
  • Battery-powered scooters

Problems Solved

  • Overheating of battery cells in vehicles
  • Ensuring optimal performance and longevity of battery cells
  • Preventing damage to battery cells due to excessive heat

Benefits

  • Efficient cooling of battery cells
  • Improved performance and lifespan of battery cells
  • Enhanced safety by preventing overheating and potential damage to the battery cells


Original Abstract Submitted

A battery cooling device for a vehicle is provided. The battery cooling device includes a plurality of battery casings accommodating a plurality of battery cells therein, a gap filler applied to each of upper and lower surfaces in the battery casing to transfer heat generated from the battery cell, and a cooling channel disposed in each of upper and lower portions of the battery casing, and performing exchange of heat for the battery cell transferred by the gap filler.