18060152. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY ARCHITECTURE simplified abstract (Rivian IP Holdings, LLC)

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY ARCHITECTURE

Organization Name

Rivian IP Holdings, LLC

Inventor(s)

Sunoj Cherian George of Irvine CA (US)

Baojin Wang of San Marcos CA (US)

Todd Adams Putnam of Mammoth Lakes CA (US)

Kyle Lobo of Westchester CA (US)

Charles John Scanlon of Culver City CA (US)

Brian Joseph Ciaverella of San Pedro CA (US)

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY ARCHITECTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18060152 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY ARCHITECTURE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a battery architecture with fuses connected between battery cells and charge ports.

  • The first fuse is connected between a first battery cell and a second battery cell.
  • The second fuse is connected between the second battery cell and a terminal of a charge port.

Potential Applications

The technology could be applied in electric vehicles, portable electronic devices, and renewable energy storage systems.

Problems Solved

1. Prevents overcharging or over-discharging of battery cells. 2. Enhances safety by isolating faulty cells from the rest of the battery pack.

Benefits

1. Improved battery pack longevity. 2. Enhanced safety features. 3. Better overall performance of the battery system.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing battery performance in electric vehicles for longer driving ranges.

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to battery management systems with similar safety features, but further research is needed to identify specific examples.

Unanswered Questions

How does the patent address potential thermal runaway issues in the battery pack?

The patent does not specifically mention thermal runaway prevention measures. Further details on thermal management strategies would be beneficial.

Are there any specific testing standards or certifications required for implementing this technology in commercial products?

The patent does not provide information on any required testing standards or certifications for commercial applications. Additional details on regulatory compliance would be helpful for potential adopters of the technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

Systems and methods for a battery architecture include a first fuse connected between a first battery cell and a second battery cell of a battery pack, and a second fuse connected between the second battery cell and a terminal of a charge port.