18201447. HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY MODULE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY MODULE
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Kyung Sang Yu of Uijeongbu-Si (KR)
HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18201447 titled 'HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY MODULE
The high voltage battery module described in the patent application consists of a battery cell laminate, an upper housing with a cooling flow path for outside air, and a baffle to guide the airflow.
- The battery module includes a battery cell laminate made up of multiple high voltage battery cells.
- An upper housing has an opening aligned with the inlet of the battery module case on the battery cell laminate, allowing outside air to enter.
- The upper housing features a cooling flow path for the introduced outside air.
- A baffle is designed to direct the outside air along the cooling flow path and out of the battery cell laminate, with a curved surface and an inflection point.
Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Energy storage systems - Portable electronic devices
Problems Solved: - Overheating of high voltage battery cells - Improving thermal management in battery modules
Benefits: - Enhanced cooling efficiency - Increased safety of high voltage battery modules - Extended lifespan of battery cells
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative High Voltage Battery Module for Electric Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicle battery packs, energy storage systems for renewable energy, and various portable electronic devices.
Prior Art: Research related to thermal management in high voltage battery modules and airflow control in battery housing designs can provide insights into prior art.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in battery cooling technologies, airflow control systems, and thermal management solutions for high voltage battery modules.
Questions about High Voltage Battery Module: 1. How does the baffle design improve airflow within the battery module? 2. What are the key advantages of using outside air for cooling high voltage battery cells?
Original Abstract Submitted
A high voltage battery module includes a battery cell laminate formed by arranging a plurality of high voltage battery cells, an upper housing including an opening at a position corresponding to an inlet of a battery module case on an upper surface of the battery cell laminate and including a cooling flow path of outside air introduced through the inlet formed thereon, and a baffle configured to guide the outside air passing through the opening to flow to the outside of the battery cell laminate along the cooling flow path and formed in a curved surface including an inflection point.
