Gm global technology operations llc (20240300381). THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK ASSEMBLY simplified abstract

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK ASSEMBLY

Organization Name

gm global technology operations llc

Inventor(s)

Andrew P. Oury of Troy MI (US)

Roger M. Brisbane of Honeoye NY (US)

Goro Tamai of Bloomfield Hills MI (US)

Mohammed Bahauddin of Rochester Hills MI (US)

Galen E. Ressler of White Lake MI (US)

Calvin Goodman of Auburn Hills MI (US)

Giles D. Bryer of Northville MI (US)

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240300381 titled 'THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK ASSEMBLY

The abstract describes a thermal management system for a rechargeable battery pack assembly that includes a conduit with a sealing mechanism to control the flow of water for cooling the interior cavity of the battery pack.

• The system includes a conduit with an upstream and downstream end, connected to the enclosure of the battery pack assembly.
• A sealing mechanism transitions from blocking water flow to permitting flow to cool the interior cavity of the battery pack.
• The cooling process helps regulate the temperature of the battery pack during operation, enhancing its performance and longevity.
• The system ensures efficient thermal management to prevent overheating and potential damage to the battery pack.
• By controlling the flow of water through the conduit, the system optimizes the cooling process for the battery pack assembly.

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

Problems Solved: - Overheating of rechargeable battery packs - Ensuring optimal performance and longevity of battery packs

Benefits: - Improved thermal management - Enhanced battery pack performance - Extended battery pack lifespan

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Thermal Management System for Rechargeable Battery Packs" This technology can be utilized in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and portable electronic devices to enhance battery performance and longevity, catering to the growing demand for efficient and reliable energy storage solutions in various industries.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the sealing mechanism control the flow of water in the conduit? 2. What are the specific benefits of using this thermal management system in electric vehicles?

Original Abstract Submitted

a thermal management system for a rechargeable battery pack assembly includes a conduit having an upstream end and a downstream end, the downstream end operatively connectable to an enclosure of the rechargeable battery pack assembly at a port of the rechargeable battery pack assembly. a sealing mechanism is configured to transition from a first state in which the sealing mechanism blocks flow of an applied stream of water through the conduit from the upstream end through the port, to a second state in which the sealing mechanism permits flow from the upstream end to the port and through the port into the interior cavity to cool the interior cavity.