Samsung sdi co., ltd. (20240347877). SECONDARY BATTERY simplified abstract
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SECONDARY BATTERY
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kwang Soo Bae of Yongin-si (KR)
Jun Sun Yong of Yongin-si (KR)
Jun Hyung Lee of Yongin-si (KR)
Jung Soo Kim of Yongin-si (KR)
SECONDARY BATTERY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240347877 titled 'SECONDARY BATTERY
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a secondary battery with improved welding between the terminal and current collector plate to enhance bonding force.
- The secondary battery includes an electrode assembly with exposed electrode tabs, a current collection part welded to the electrode tabs, and a support structure.
- The battery also features a case, a cap plate sealing the case, a terminal connected to the current collection part, and a support between the current collection part and electrode assembly.
- The central part of the current collection part protrudes towards the cap plate for enhanced performance.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Enhanced welding between terminal and current collector plate
- Exposed electrode tabs for easy connection
- Support structure for stability
- Central part protrusion for improved performance
Potential Applications: This technology can be used in various secondary battery applications, including electric vehicles, portable electronics, and energy storage systems.
Problems Solved:
- Insufficient pressing force during welding
- Weak bonding force between terminal and current collector plate
- Lack of stability in electrode assembly
Benefits:
- Stronger bonding force
- Improved performance and reliability
- Enhanced stability and durability
Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in the production of secondary batteries for electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage systems, potentially revolutionizing the energy storage industry.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior research on secondary battery welding techniques, electrode assembly designs, and current collector plate technologies to understand the evolution of this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest advancements in secondary battery technology, welding methods, and materials used in electrode assembly production to keep up with industry trends and innovations.
Questions about Secondary Battery Technology: 1. What are the key challenges in welding terminal and current collector plates in secondary batteries? 2. How does the protrusion of the central part of the current collection part improve performance in secondary batteries?
Original Abstract Submitted
disclosed is a secondary battery capable of a sufficient pressing force during welding between the terminal and the current collector plate to induce a strong bonding force, the secondary battery including an electrode assembly having first and second electrode tabs exposed on respective sides, a first current collection part electrically coupled to the first electrode tab, and including an edge part welded to the first electrode tab, and a central part, a case accommodating the electrode assembly and the first current collection part, a first cap plate sealing a side opening of the case, a first terminal mechanically and electrically coupled to the first current collection part, and exposed to an exterior of the first cap plate, and a support between the central part of the first current collection part and the electrode assembly, wherein the central part protrudes further toward the first cap plate than the edge part.
