18462063. SECONDARY BATTERY simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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SECONDARY BATTERY

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Ximeng Li of Susono-shi (JP)

Takahiro Kondo of Tsukuba-shi (JP)

SECONDARY BATTERY - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18462063 titled 'SECONDARY BATTERY

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a secondary battery with a positive electrode, an electrolyte layer, a negative electrode current collector, and metallic lithium as a negative electrode active material. An intermediate layer containing hydrogen boride is present between the electrolyte layer and the negative electrode current collector.

  • Positive electrode
  • Electrolyte layer
  • Negative electrode current collector
  • Metallic lithium as negative electrode active material
  • Intermediate layer with hydrogen boride

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in various electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles.

Problems Solved

1. Improved battery performance and efficiency. 2. Enhanced safety due to the presence of the intermediate layer.

Benefits

1. Longer battery life. 2. Faster charging capabilities. 3. Increased energy density.

Potential Commercial Applications of this Technology

Enhancing Battery Performance in Electronic Devices

Unanswered Questions

How does the presence of hydrogen boride in the intermediate layer impact the overall battery performance?

The abstract does not provide specific details on the role of hydrogen boride in the battery operation and its effects on performance.

Are there any limitations or drawbacks associated with using metallic lithium as the negative electrode active material?

The abstract does not mention any potential limitations or drawbacks of using metallic lithium in the battery design.


Original Abstract Submitted

A secondary battery of the present disclosure includes a positive electrode, an electrolyte layer, a negative electrode current collector, and metallic lithium as a negative electrode active material that is deposited between the electrolyte layer and the negative electrode current collector by charging, an intermediate layer is present between the electrolyte layer and the negative electrode current collector, and the intermediate layer contains hydrogen boride.