18201447. HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY MODULE simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

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HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY MODULE

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Kyung Sang Yu of Uijeongbu-Si (KR)

Jun Young Lim of Seoul (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 cell laminate is formed by arranging multiple high voltage battery cells.
  • The upper housing has an opening that aligns with the inlet of a battery module case and facilitates the flow of outside air for cooling.
  • The baffle, with a curved surface and an inflection point, directs the outside air along the cooling flow path to cool the battery cell laminate efficiently.

Potential Applications: - Electric vehicles - Energy storage systems - Portable electronic devices

Problems Solved: - Overheating of high voltage battery cells - Ensuring efficient cooling in battery modules

Benefits: - Improved battery performance and longevity - Enhanced safety by preventing overheating - Increased energy efficiency

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative High Voltage Battery Module for Electric Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles to enhance battery performance and safety, leading to more reliable and efficient electric transportation solutions.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to high voltage battery modules, cooling systems for batteries, and innovations in electric vehicle technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest advancements in high voltage battery technology, cooling systems for batteries, and electric vehicle innovations to remain at the forefront of industry developments.

Questions about High Voltage Battery Modules: 1. How does the baffle in the high voltage battery module contribute to efficient cooling? 2. What are the key advantages of using outside air for cooling in battery modules?


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.