Dispositif électronique comprenant une batterie et un module de protection.

L'invention se rapporte à un dispositif électronique (1), notamment une montre électronique, comprenant un boîtier (2) et un système électronique (3) agencé dans le boîtier (2), le boîtier (2) étant muni d'un logement (14) pour une batterie (5) permettant d'alimenter le système électronique (3) en énergie, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend un module de protection (10) endothermique autonome configuré pour se déclencher automatiquement en cas d'emballement thermique de la batterie (5) afin d'absorber la chaleur.

Leakage-proof sealed battery compartment for lead-acid storage battery

The invention relates to a leakproof sealed battery compartment, in particular to a leakproof sealed battery compartment for a lead-acid storage battery. The invention provides the leakproof sealed battery compartment for the lead-acid storage battery, which has leakproof and sealing functions and can fix the lead-acid storage battery and prevent the lead-acid storage battery from being damaged. The leakproof sealed battery bin for the lead-acid storage battery comprises a protective shell, guide rails and first sliding blocks, the guide rails are fixedly arranged on the front side and the rear side of the lower portion of the protective shell, and the first sliding blocks are arranged on the guide rails in a sliding mode. A second sliding block slides rightwards to drive a clamping block to slide rightwards to reset, the lead-acid storage battery is fixed to a containing plate, the situation that the lead-acid storage battery is collided and damaged due to the fact that the device is impacted ...

Heat transfer elastic clamp device of cylindrical lithium battery

The invention discloses a heat transfer elastic clamp device of a cylindrical lithium battery, which comprises a mounting block and a top cover, and further comprises a clamping device, a guide device and a fixing device, the clamping device comprises an elastic plate, a baffle, an air opening and a clamping block, the elastic plate is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the mounting block, the baffle is fixedly connected to the surface of the elastic plate, the air opening is formed in the surface of the baffle, and the clamping block is fixedly connected to the side, away from the baffle, of the elastic plate; the guide device comprises a rotating module and a discharging module, the rotating module is arranged at the front part of the mounting block, and the discharging module is arranged on the inner wall of the mounting block; the battery case has the characteristics of high practicability and capability of preventing dust from entering the heat dissipation channel before the battery ...

Battery box and battery pack

The present invention relates to the technical field of electrochemical energy storage, and discloses a battery box, the battery box comprises an annular side plate, a bottom plate and an upper cover, the annular side plate, the bottom plate and the upper cover define a first accommodating cavity capable of accommodating a battery module, each of a pair of opposite side plates in the annular side plate comprises a fixing part and a reinforcing part, the fixing part and the reinforcing part are parallel, and a gap is formed between the fixing part and the reinforcing part; a plurality of lifting holes through which the lifting hooks can penetrate are formed in the outer side surface of the reinforcing part, a first cross beam and a second cross beam which are parallel to each other are arranged on the bottom plate, and the first cross beam and the second cross beam are connected with battery cell mounting structures. The problems that in the prior art, a battery box is not prone to being ...

Support assembly, battery cell support and battery module

The invention provides a bracket assembly, a battery cell bracket and a battery module. The bracket assembly comprises a bracket body, the bracket body is provided with a first supporting structure, and the first supporting structure is configured to support one end part of a battery cell; the support body is further provided with a glue overflowing structure arranged around the first supporting structure. And the first supporting structure is configured to be in contact with the top of the battery cell and is higher than the top of the glue overflowing structure. The glue overflowing structure is arranged on the outer side of the first supporting structure, and glue overflows through the glue overflowing structure.

Energy storage battery with heat dissipation effect

The invention belongs to the technical field of energy storage batteries, and particularly relates to an energy storage battery with a heat dissipation effect, the energy storage battery comprises a substrate, at least four battery cabins are fixedly mounted above the substrate, battery main bodies are mounted in the battery cabins, heat dissipation fins are fixedly mounted at the top ends of the battery main bodies, and the heat dissipation fins are fixedly mounted in the battery cabins. A water tank is fixedly installed on the right side of the top end of the base plate, a water pump is fixedly installed on the left side of the water tank, the output end of the water pump is connected and communicated with the water tank, an air collecting box is fixedly installed on the right side of the base plate, and air pipes are installed at the two ends of the left side of the air collecting box. And the heat of the battery main body can be reduced in a short time, so that the situation that the ...

Device and method based on industrial energy storage management

The invention discloses a device based on industrial energy storage management in the technical field of energy storage management equipment, and the device comprises a protection main body, inner sealing layers are symmetrically installed in the protection main body, energy storage modules are fixedly installed in the inner sealing layers, and driven gears are fixedly installed at the upper and lower ends of the inner sealing layers. An inner notch plate is fixedly installed between the driven gears corresponding up and down, positioning plates are fixedly installed in the middles of the upper end and the lower end of the protection body, middle shafts are rotationally installed on the positioning plates, middle gears are fixedly installed at the upper ends and the lower ends of the middle shafts, and the middle gears are meshed with the driven gears on the two sides. Ventilation structures are arranged on the sides, close to the middle shaft, of the inner sealing layers on the two sides ...

Flame-proof portable power supply

A flame-proof portable power supply provided by the present invention comprises a battery pack and an electrical assembly, and further comprises a metal shell and an aerosol fire extinguishing device, an accommodating cavity suitable for installing the battery pack and the electrical assembly is formed in the metal shell, and the battery pack is electrically connected to the electrical assembly and is in contact connection with the metal shell; an aerosol fire extinguishing device is arranged in the accommodating cavity, and the aerosol fire extinguishing device is configured to release aerosol in the accommodating cavity when the temperature in the accommodating cavity reaches a specified value. According to the invention, the safety of the portable power supply is higher.

BATTERY PACK, BATTERY RACK COMPRISING SAME, AND POWER STORAGE APPARATUS

Disclosed is a battery pack in which the risk of secondary ignition or explosion is reduced. The battery pack, according to the present invention for achieving the above purpose, comprises: at least one cell assembly having a plurality of secondary batteries stacked in one direction; a module housing having an internal space that accommodates the at least one cell assembly; and a spacer member interposed between the plurality of secondary batteries, and configured to pressurize in between the plurality of secondary batteries in both directions such that an interval between the plurality of secondary batteries increases when the temperature of at least one of the plurality of secondary batteries is greater than or equal to a predetermined temperature.

BATTERY PACK AND DEVICE INCLUDING SAME

A battery pack according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a plurality of battery modules; barrier beams disposed between adjoining battery modules among the plurality of battery modules; and a housing in which the plurality of battery modules and the barrier beams are received.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME

A battery module according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a plurality of cell blocks, each of which comprises a battery cell stack comprising one or more battery cells each including electrode leads, and a busbar cover electrically connected to the electrode leads at the longitudinal end of the battery cell stack, from which the electrode leads protrude, and covering the longitudinal end of the battery cell stack; and an internal busbar member which electrically connects the plurality of cell blocks to each other.

BATTERY MODULE, BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING BATTERY MODULE

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a battery cell stack in which a plurality of battery cells are stacked in a first direction; an insulating cover for covering both ends of the battery cell stack; a holding member surrounding both ends of the battery cell stack, which are adjacent to the insulating cover; and a first electrode lead and a second electrode lead protruding from a first battery cell and a second battery cell which are adjacent to each other and included in the battery cell stack, wherein the first electrode lead and the second electrode lead are respectively bent in different directions such that the first electrode lead and the second electrode lead overlap to form a welding portion, and a free space is formed between the welding portion and the battery cell stack.

Power storage device, light-emitting device, and electronic device

To provide a flexible, highly reliable power storage device or light-emitting device. The device includes a battery unit or a light-emitting unit and a member with rubber elasticity. The battery unit includes a secondary battery. The light-emitting unit includes a light-emitting element. The member with rubber elasticity is provided with a first projection and a second projection. The first projection and the second projection are arranged on a first surface of the battery unit or the light-emitting unit. The first projection and the second projection come in contact with each other when the power storage device is bent such that the first surface of the battery unit faces inward.

BATTERY COATING FOR RECHARGABLE HEARING SYSTEMS

Embodiments of the invention include a method of preventing ferrite migration in a hearing aid including an antenna stack and a battery stack wherein the antenna stack sits on the battery stack, the method comprising the steps of: conformally coating the top and sides of the antenna stack using a conformal coating material; and separately coating all the surfaces of the battery stack using a separate material.

Electrode assembly and secondary battery having a protective layer therein

A battery includes a first conductive layer having a folded portion, a first edge, and a second edge opposite to the first edge in a first direction of the battery; a first conductive plate located on the first conductive layer; and a first layer comprising an insulating material covering at least one portion of the folded portion, and being distant from the first conductive layer. The first layer partially covers the first edge of the first conductive layer.

Battery pack with thermal barrier

An article, such as a battery pack system, includes a battery pack that is comprised of a plurality of battery cells. An external housing covers at least a portion of the battery pack. A silicate-based thermal barrier coating is configured to block heat emitted from the battery pack.

BATTERY PACK AND DEVICE COMPRISING SAME

An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a battery pack including: a pack frame configured to accommodate a plurality of battery modules; a heat sink positioned on lower surfaces of the battery modules; and a heat transfer member positioned between the heat sink and the lower surfaces of the battery modules, wherein an insulating member is attached to at least one end portion of the heat sink.

BATTERY PACK

A battery pack assembly includes a housing having a plurality of sides and defining an internal cavity, a plurality of battery cells received in the internal cavity, and battery electronics received in the internal cavity. A battery pack interface is supported by the housing and connectable to a device. An injection port is supported by the housing. The injection port includes one or more channels positioned on one or more of the sides of the housing. Each channel connects the internal cavity to an exterior of the battery pack. The injection port is configured to direct a fluid comprising adhesive material from the exterior of the battery pack into the internal cavity. The fluid is configured to cover at least one of a portion of the battery cells and a portion of the battery electronics.

BATTERY MODULE

A battery module of the present disclosure includes at least one battery unit, a carrying structure and at least one insulating sheet, wherein the carrying structure includes a frame and at least one structurally enhancing portion connected to each other, and the frame mounts the at least one battery unit, wherein the insulating sheet is installed in the carrying structure to cover the at least one battery unit, and wherein the at least one structurally enhancing portion is extended outward of the battery module from an outer surface of the at least one insulating sheet.

BATTERY MODULE, AND BATTERY PACK AND ENERGY STORAGE DEVICE COMPRISING SAME

A battery module according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes battery cells stacked with each other, a pair of end plates provided at both ends of the battery cells in the stacking direction of the battery cells, and a fastening unit fastened to the pair of end plates along the stacking direction and configured to press the pair of end plates along the stacking direction.

BATTERY PACK AND DEVICE INCLUDING SAME

Outdoor distributed battery energy storage cabinet

The invention relates to an outdoor distributed battery energy storage cabinet, which comprises a cabinet body, a frame body and a baffle plate, the cabinet body is provided with a containing cavity, the frame body is connected to the inner wall of the containing cavity, the frame body is used for placing a battery module, the outer wall of the cabinet body is provided with heat dissipation holes, the baffle plate is slidably connected to the inner wall of the containing cavity, and the baffle plate is used for blocking the heat dissipation holes. The baffle is provided with a through hole, and the through hole is used for communicating the heat dissipation hole with the containing cavity. In a rain-free environment, the baffle slides to enable the through holes to be right opposite to the heat dissipation holes, the energy storage cabinet achieves air cooling heat dissipation through the heat dissipation holes, in a rainy day environment, the baffle slides to enable the heat dissipation ...

Battery packaging structure

The invention relates to the field of battery packaging, in particular to a battery packaging structure which comprises a bottom shell and a top opposite shell, a battery cavity is formed in the bottom shell, the top opposite shell is transversely connected to the top of the bottom shell in a sliding mode, and a meshing fit structure is arranged between the top of the bottom shell and the top opposite shell. The meshing fit structure comprises a first meshing fit part fixedly located on the bottom shell and a second meshing fit part fixedly located on the top opposite shell, the first meshing fit part and the second meshing fit part are clamped and fixed in the vertical direction, and the first meshing fit part and the second meshing fit part are in sliding fit in the transverse direction. According to the scheme, the problems of low battery packaging efficiency and tedious process caused by the fact that the bottom shell and the top shell are packaged and fixed by adopting bolts in the ...

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a battery cell stack in which a plurality of battery cells are stacked in a first direction; a module frame for accommodating the battery cell stack; a first thermally conductive resin layer positioned between the battery cell stack and the lower portion of the module frame; and a second thermally conductive resin layer positioned between the battery cell stack and the upper portion of the module frame, wherein at least one first injection hole for injecting a thermal conductive resin is formed in the upper portion of the module frame.

BATTERY PACK HAVING IMPROVED SAFETY

The present invention relates to a battery pack having improved safety, and a secondary battery comprising same, and, more specifically, to a battery pack comprising: two or more sub-modules in which a plurality of unit cells, which includes an electrode assembly and an electrode lead protruding from the electrode assembly, are disposed; a pack case for accommodating the sub-modules; a bus bar assembly including a bus bar for electrically connecting the electrode leads of the sub-modules, and a bus bar frame connected to the bus bar; a connection bus bar for interconnecting the sub-modules; a terminal part which is formed by collecting electrode leads electrically connected by the bus bar, and which is to be connected to the connection bus bar; and a shield structure for encompassing the upper ends and the side surfaces of the terminal part, the bus bar assembly and the connection bus bar of a portion connected to the terminal part.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME

A battery module according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a battery cell stack comprising one or more battery cells; and a module frame in which the battery cell stack is accommodated, wherein at least one surface of the module frame includes a pattern structure comprising repeating patterns of holes, and further includes a fire-extinguishing agent sheet disposed between the pattern structure and the battery cell stack.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROTECTING COMPONENTS OF DEEP WATER PRESSURE VESSELS

Embodiments include enclosures for protecting electronics such as circuit board and battery assemblies in high-pressure environments. Customized pressure distribution structures are positioned around the electronics. The pressure distribution structures include cavities that are sized to distribute pressure across the electronics in a predetermined manner based on known pressure tolerances of components or portions of the electronics. The pressure distribution structures may include various features such as vias for enhancing thermal conductivity. The enclosure may be sealed and surrounded by an envelope. Methods for manufacturing such enclosures are disclosed.

Battery module for a vehicle

A battery module for a vehicle includes: a plurality of battery cells which are stacked; a first end plate located on an outer surface of the battery cell located on one outermost side among the plurality of battery cells; a second end plate located on an outer surface of the battery cell located on the other outermost side among the plurality of battery cells; and one or more support bars located between the first and second end plates. The one or more support bars connect the first and second end plates to each other, include an elastic body, and absorb a load generated when the plurality of battery cells is swollen.

BATTERY BOX FOR AUTOMOTIVE BATTERY TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT

A battery box, supporting structure and insuring thermal management of one or more battery cells allowing a temperature control of said battery cells environment to insure its optimal operational condition, the battery box comprises at least one aluminum hollow profile, wherein said aluminium hollow profile comprises at least two chambers, wherein at least one chamber is filled with a first phase change material having a melting point T1F and at least one chamber is filled with a second phase change material having a melting point T2F, where T1F>T2F.

Cartridge, battery assembly and electronic cigarette

The present disclosure provides a cartridge, a battery assembly and an electronic cigarette. The cartridge, includes: a liquid absorbing assembly, and a liquid container for supplying tobacco liquid to the liquid absorbing element, the liquid absorbing element is arranged below the liquid container, the liquid absorbing assembly is arranged in such a manner that the tobacco liquid is kept in the liquid container or the liquid absorbing element before the cartridge is assembled at an in-use state.

INSERTION PART FOR INSERTION INTO A BATTERY HOUSING OF A BATTERY SYSTEM ARRANGEMENT, AND BATTERY SYSTEM ARRANGEMENT

An insertion part for insertion into a battery housing of a battery system arrangement includes a base body that is embodied from an electrically insulating material, including a functional insert that is positioned in the base body and integrated therein.

Surgical instrument comprising a staged voltage regulation start-up system

A surgical instrument comprising a power source, a first voltage regulator, and a second voltage regulator are disclosed. The surgical instrument further comprises a power source configured to sequentially power the first voltage regulator and the second voltage regulator.

Battery module and battery pack

A battery module has a battery stack that includes a plurality of prismatic batteries and an inter-battery separator disposed between every two of the prismatic batteries adjacent to each other in an X direction along which the plurality of prismatic batteries is stacked. The inter-battery separator includes: a middle member having a plate shape; a first side plate-shaped member disposed on a first side of the middle member in the X direction and made of a material that is superior in thermal insulation to the middle member; and a second side plate-shaped member disposed on a second side of the middle member in the X direction and made of a material that is superior in thermal insulation to the middle member.

DOORBELL DEVICE

A doorbell device includes a housing, a passive element, a battery module, and a thermal expansion element. The housing includes a mounting plate, and the mounting plate includes a through hole, an inner surface, and an outer surface. The passive element is movably disposed in the housing. The passive element includes a first side surface and a second side surface. The first side surface faces the mounting plate. The battery module is disposed on the first side surface and corresponds to the through hole. The thermal expansion element is disposed between the second side surface and the housing. The passive element allows a gap to be maintained between the battery module and the outer surface, or is driven, by the thermal expansion element, to allow at least a part of the battery module to be located in the through hole and at the same plane with the outer surface.

Portable electronic devices

A variety of improvements to portable electronic devices are disclosed, particularly electronic devices designed for use in and around water. The improvements include a more secure interface jack, improved waterproofing techniques, improved battery stability, and improved device functionality. One or more of the disclosed improvements may be incorporated into a variety of portable electronic devices.

BATTERY PACK AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A battery pack includes a sealed housing, and at least one housing structural beam and multiple electrode core strings electrically connected to one another located in the housing. The housing includes a housing body, including a top plate and a bottom plate arranged opposite to each other in a first direction. The structural beam is located between the top plate and the bottom plate, the at least one structural beam divides the interior of the housing into multiple accommodating cavities, and is connected to the top plate and the bottom plate, and at least one electrode core string is provided in at least one accommodating cavity. An atmospheric pressure in the accommodating cavity is lower than an atmospheric pressure outside the housing. A mounting portion is provided on the housing, and the mounting portion is configured to be connected and fixed to an external load.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED BATTERY ASSEMBLIES FOR EVTOL AIRCRAFT

This disclosure relates generally to an apparatus for organizing battery cells. The apparatus includes a block including: sleeves forming chambers, a first sheet configured to locate the sleeves, and a foam structure surrounding the sleeves. Each chamber is configured to accommodate a battery cell. The block is configured to: organize the battery cells into battery cell groups, separate each battery cell group from its adjacent battery cell groups using a thermally insulating material, and prevent gas from entering into each battery cell group from its adjacent battery cell groups. Each battery cell group includes a plurality of the battery cells, each of the battery cells in the battery cell group is adjacent to at least another of the battery cells in the battery cell group. Each battery cell group is adjacent to at least another battery cell group.

BOX BODY FOR BATTERY, BATTERY AND POWER CONSUMING DEVICE

PROTECTIVE BAG FOR A BATTERY

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Schutztasche für einen Akku, insbesondere zur sichereren Lagerung des Akkus und zum Schutz vor Flammenaustritt bei einer Havarie des in der Schutztasche positionierten Akkus. Die Schutztasche weist eine flexible, hitzebeständige und feuerfeste Wandung auf. Die Wandung besteht aus mehreren miteinander verbundenen Wandabschnitten und stellt einen Innenraum zur Aufnahme wenigstens eines Akkus bereit. Die Schutztasche weist eine Öffnung auf, durch die hindurch der Akku in den Innenraum eingelegt werden kann, und weist einen Verschluss zum Verschließen der Öffnung auf. Erfindungswesentlich ist vorgesehen, dass die Wandabschnitte wenigstens einen luftdurchlässigen Wandabschnitt aufweisen und dass, insbesondere zum Laden des in der Schutztasche befindlichen Akkus, dessen Ladekabel durch die Öffnung geführt ist, der Verschluss ein rings um die Öffnung herum geführtes hitzebeständiges Zugmittel zum Zusammenziehen der Öffnung aufweist.

Battery Apparatus

Abstract A battery apparatus (10) including a first or inner enclosure (12) in which one or more battery cells (14) are located, a second or outer enclosure (16) adapted to receive and substantially conceal the first enclosure (12) therein, and a third or interface enclosure (18) adjacent the first enclosure (12) in which one or more electrical interface components (20) are located, the one or more electrical interface components (20) being in electrical communication with the one or more battery cells (14). [0 Figure 1 ...

Double-container waterproof energy storage power supply

The invention discloses a double-container waterproof energy storage power supply which comprises an inner container, an outer container, a circuit board and a battery. A sealing cavity is formed in the inner container, and a plurality of through holes communicated with the sealing cavity are formed in the inner container; the outer container is wrapped outside the inner container, a window is formed in the outer container, a plurality of through holes are formed in the window, and a carrying handle is arranged on the outer container; the circuit board and the battery are both installed in the sealed cavity in a sealed mode, and the circuit board is provided with a plurality of plug-in ports. The inner container and the outer container are arranged in a matched mode, the circuit board and the battery are wrapped by the inner container in a sealed mode, meanwhile, the inserting ports and the corresponding through holes are installed in a sealed and matched mode, external water cannot enter ...

Intelligent lithium battery with protection device

The invention belongs to the technical field of lithium batteries, and particularly relates to an intelligent lithium battery with a protection device, the intelligent lithium battery comprises a battery pack aluminum cylinder, a lithium battery pack is mounted in an inner cavity of the battery pack aluminum cylinder, and a battery upper cover and a battery lower cover are fixedly mounted at the upper end and the lower end of the battery pack aluminum cylinder through screws respectively. According to the intelligent lithium battery with the protection device, by arranging the Internet of Things module and the hot aerosol device, when the intelligent lithium battery with the protection device is used, battery information and position information of the lithium battery pack are fed back to a management system through the Internet of Things module; an aerosol generating agent in the hot aerosol device decomposes a chemical cooling agent through heat released by oxidation-reduction reaction ...

PACK CASE

... 개시되는 팩 케이스는, 하나의 예에서, 수용공간을 형성하는 하부 하우징과, 상기 하부 하우징의 수용공간 안에 장착되고, 적어도 하나 이상의 셀 조립체를 지지하는 하부 강화 플레이트, 및 상기 하부 하우징에 대해 결합하여 상기 수용공간을 밀폐하는 상부 하우징을 포함하고, 여기서 상기 하부 하우징의 기계적 강도는 상기 하부 강화 플레이트의 기계적 강도보다 작다.

DISCONNECTION DEVICE COMPRISING A HEAT-ACTIVATABLE ELEMENT

The present invention relates to a battery comprising: -i) at least two electrochemical elements (d) connected to one another by a connection part (c), each electrochemical element comprising a container, -ii) a material arranged between said at least two electrochemical elements, and -iii) at least one disconnection device, said device comprising: a heat-activatable element (a) able to deform when its temperature reaches a threshold value, the heat-activatable element being arranged such that, when its temperature reaches said threshold value, it disconnects the connection part (c) from at least one electrochemical element (d) through its deformation, said heat-activatable element not contributing to the conduction of electric current when an electric current flows through said electrochemical elements, said heat-activatable element being placed in contact with the connection part (c) and with a current output terminal.

BATTERY CONTAINMENT CONSTRUCT

A high strength, light weight battery containment construct for containing and protecting energy cells and providing impact, fire, and fluid penetration resistance includes a first housing portion, a second housing portion, and a joiner clip configured to hold the first housing portion and second housing portion together. The first housing portion has a first body and a first flange extending from the first body. The second housing portion has a second body and a second flange extending from the second body. The second flange is configured to engage the first flange such that the first body of the first housing portion and the second body of the second housing portion define a cavity therebetween. The joiner clip is configured with a C- shaped cross section to engage the first flange and the second flange to join the first housing portion to the second housing portion.

BATTERY PACK COMPRISING FIRE EXTINGUISHING UNIT, BATTERY RACK COMPRISING SAME, AND POWER STORAGE SYSTEM

A battery pack according to the present invention comprises: at least one battery module; a first fire extinguishing unit comprising a first fire sensing sensor, a first fire extinguishing tank for accommodating a fire extinguishing agent therein, a first pipe configured to connect the first fire extinguishing tank and the battery module so as to supply the fire extinguishing agent from the first fire extinguishing tank to the battery module, and a first valve which is opened such that the fire extinguishing agent can be supplied from the first fire extinguishing tank to the battery module; and a second fire extinguishing unit comprising a second fire sensing sensor, a second pipe having one end connected to the first pipe, a fire extinguishing agent supply unit connected to the other end of the second pipe so as to supply the fire extinguishing agent to the first pipe through the second pipe, and a second valve which is opened such that the fire extinguishing agent can be supplied from ...

BATTERY PACK WITH STRUCTURE FOR PREVENTION OF HEAT DIFFUSION BETWEEN BATTERY MODULES

A battery pack according to the present invention comprises: a plurality of battery modules comprising a plurality of battery cells and a module housing for accommodating the plurality of battery cells; a pack case for accommodating the plurality of battery modules; a plurality of insulators interposed between two battery modules facing each other from among the plurality of battery modules; and a thermally conductive sheet having one side interposed between the insulating materials and the other side provided in contact with the pack case.

Environmental enclosures, systems, and methods, for use with off-grid outdoor power systems

An environmental enclosure is disclosed. The environmental enclosure may include sidewalls defining an enclosure volume, each of the sidewalls having an internally facing surface and an externally facing surface, and a solar shield comprising a reflective surface. The solar shield is spaced a first distance externally from the enclosure volume and is connected to a sidewall. The first distance defines a portion of a flow area that is configured to produce stack effect draft.

POWER STORAGE MODULE

A power storage module includes at least one cylindrical power storage device, and a lower holder that holds a lower end part of the power storage device, wherein at least one concave part is formed on one of a surface of the power storage device facing a holding part and a surface of the holding part facing the power storage device, and at least one convex part fitted in the concave part is formed on the other.

Motor Vehicle Shell, in Particular for a Passenger Vehicle, and Motor Vehicle, in Particular a Passenger Vehicle

A motor vehicle shell of a motor vehicle includes a frame structure that is formed by crossmembers and by longitudinal members. The frame structure is closed peripherally and protrudes downwardly in a vertical direction of the motor vehicle from a base element. A receiving chamber for receiving an electrical energy store is delimited by the frame structure. A cover is formed separately from the frame structure and is disposed opposite the base element. The receiving chamber is closed downwardly in the vertical direction of the motor vehicle by the cover. An annular and dimensionally stable intermediary element is formed separately from the frame structure and separately from the cover. The intermediary element is disposed between the frame structure and the cover and the intermediary element is fixed at least in a liquid-tight manner on the frame structure by a firmly bonded connection.

Polymer dipped pouch cell

A pouch cell includes a copper foil forming a pouch, an active material layer adjacent to the copper foil inside the pouch forming a cathode with the copper, and a lithium-based anode inside the pouch. The cell includes a separator interposing the one active material layer and the lithium-based anode, and an electrolyte.

Battery module and battery rack with enhanced fire safety features, and applications thereof

Provided is a battery module and battery rack having enhanced fire safety features. The battery module includes a swelling/pressure sensor that detects swelling of a battery cell. An output signal of the sensor is used to halt operation of a battery rack/battery system containing the battery module and prevent charging and discharging of the battery module. In an embodiment, the battery module uses an AC-to-AC power supply to provide AC frequency power for balancing battery cells of the battery module. In an embodiment, the battery rack includes an internal water fire suppression system that provides battery cooling in the event of a battery cell fire to prevent the spread and/or reigniting of the fire.

Rechargeable battery pack for a hand-held power tool and method for manufacturing a rechargeable battery pack for a hand-held power tool

A rechargeable battery pack for a hand-held power tool, including a housing having at least first and second housing components, the pack including at least one cell holder, accommodating at least two battery cells in a parallel/series circuit, the battery cells each including two end faces extending perpendicularly to a longitudinal axis; and a pack electronics system including contact elements for establishing electrical connection between the pack and a power tool. The cell holder includes sleeve-like insulating walls, corresponding to the battery cells at least in some areas, to prevent electrical contact between the battery cells. A method for manufacturing a pack for a hand-held power tool, the cell holder including sleeve-like insulating walls, having cylindrical cell openings for accommodating the battery cells, the battery cells being pressed into the cell openings so that a form-locked and force-fit connection is established between the cell holder and the battery cells.

BATTERY MODULE, BATTERY RACK COMPRISING SAME, AND POWER STORAGE DEVICE

Disclosed is a battery module with reduced risk of fire propagation or explosion. To achieve the above-described object, the battery module according to the present disclosure includes a cell assembly including a plurality of secondary batteries, a module housing in which the cell assembly is received in an internal space, the module housing having an opening through which the internal space is in communication with an external space, and an adjustment cover configured to cover at least a part of the opening to fill a fire extinguishing agent supplied into the battery module to a predetermined height or above.

BATTERY PACK AND DEVICE INCLUDING SAME

An embodiment of the present invention provides a battery pack including: a plurality of battery modules each configured to include a battery cell stack in which a plurality of battery cells are stacked and a module frame for accommodating the battery cell stack; a pack frame configured to accommodate the battery modules; and fixing brackets respectively positioned on front and rear surfaces of the battery module, wherein protrusions are respectively formed on the front and rear surfaces of the battery module, and the fixing brackets surround the protrusions and are coupled to the pack frame.

BATTERY PACK CASE, BATTERY PACK INCLUDING THE SAME AND VEHICLE INCLUDING BATTERY PACK

A battery pack case and a vehicle having the battery pack case are provided. The battery pack case includes a beam (20) disposed in the battery pack case (10) and a connection column (30) connected to the beam (20). A first chamber (201) extending in a length direction of the beam is disposed inside the beam (20), and the first chamber (201) penetrates through the beam (20). The connection column (30) penetrates through a side wall of the first chamber (201). In an extending direction of the first chamber (201), two sides of the first chamber (201) located at the connection column (30) are provided with blocking portions (40).

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK COMPRISING SAME

A battery module according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes a battery cell stack formed by stacking a plurality of battery cells; a module frame that houses the battery cell stack; and a compression pad disposed between the battery cells, wherein the compression pad has a porous structure.

A BATTERY DEVICE COMPRISING A FLAME-RETARDANT ENCAPSULANT

BATTERY MODULE TO WHICH STRUCTURE FOR BLOCKING OXYGEN INFLOW DURING THERMAL RUNAWAY IS APPLIED

A battery module according to the present disclosure may include a cell assembly having a plurality of battery cells; a module case provided to accommodate the cell assembly and having an opening on at least one side; and an oxygen inflow blocking cover covering the opening, wherein the oxygen inflow blocking cover may include two or more partition walls each having a vent hole, overlapping each other, provided to cover the opening, and configured such that gas is discharged to the outside of the module case through the vent hole when the gas is generated in the cell assembly; and a hole blocking member positioned between the partition walls and configured to block the vent hole by deforming its shape when heat is applied.

Lithium battery fireproof and explosion-proof device based on smoke capture

The invention discloses a lithium battery fireproof and explosion-proof device based on smoke capture, and relates to the technical field of lithium battery storage structures, the lithium battery fireproof and explosion-proof device comprises a protection shell, the bottom of the protection shell is fixedly provided with a support base, the top of the support base is fixedly provided with a lithium battery main body, and the top of the protection shell is provided with a heat dissipation explosion-proof mechanism. A closed fireproof mechanism is arranged on the outer wall of the protective shell, the heat dissipation explosion-proof mechanism comprises a uniform heat dissipation unit and a dust filtering unit, and the closed fireproof mechanism comprises an automatic pop-up unit and a through groove closing unit. Through the design of the smoke sensor, the content of smoke in heat dissipation air can be monitored, an electric heating rod is immediately controlled to be electrified after ...

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK COMPRISING SAME

A battery module according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a battery cell stack in which a plurality of battery cells are stacked; a lower frame for housing the battery cell stack; and an upper plate for covering the top of the lower frame, wherein between the plurality of battery cells of the battery cell stack are one or more barriers, each barrier having an insulation member attached to at least one side.

Assembly for Protecting an SMD Component from Environmental Influences

In an embodiment an assembly includes at least one surface mounted device (SMD) component, a metallic wiring configured to lead current from the at least one SMD component to an external circuit and at least one protection element is configured to cover all outer surface of the at least one SMD component and at least parts of the metallic wiring, wherein the assembly has a structure of a molded module, and wherein the at least one SMD component includes a rechargeable all solid-state battery.

BATTERY PACK WITH IMPROVED SAFETY

A battery pack includes two or more submodules, each submodule having a plurality of unit cells, and each unit cell having an electrode assembly and an electrode lead protruding from the electrode assembly. A pack case receives the submodules, a busbar assembly including a busbar configured to electrically connect the electrode leads of the submodules to each other and a busbar frame connected to the busbar, a connection busbar configured to connect the submodules to each other, and a terminal unit constituted by a cluster of electrode leads electrically connected to each other via the busbar. The terminal unit is connected to the connection busbar, and a blocking structure is configured to wrap the terminal unit, the busbar assembly, the upper end and the side surface of the connection busbar at the portion thereof connected to the terminal unit.

CONTAINMENT APPARATUS FOR BATTERY CELLS

The present invention relates to a battery unit comprising one or more pairs of oppositely disposed receptacles, each said pair of receptacles defining a respective chamber for accommodating one or more cylindrical battery cells, each cylindrical battery cell having a first end adjacent a first end wall of a first one of said receptacles and a second end adjacent a second end wall of a second one of the pair of said receptacles. The invention further relates to a battery module comprising one or more battery units and to a battery system comprising a plurality of battery modules.

VEHICLE BATTERY PACK MOUNTING STRUCTURE

A vehicle battery pack mounting structure includes: a coupling bolt coupled to a vehicle body through a battery pack; a mounting bushing accommodating the coupling bolt therein and coupled to the battery pack; a lower fixation nut fixing a lower portion of the mounting bushing to the lower casing; an upper fixation nut fixing an upper portion of the mounting bushing to the upper cover; and a lower sealing member. The lower sealing member is configured to seal between the mounting bushing and the lower casing in response to fastening of the lower fixation nut. In addition, the vehicle battery pack mounting structure further includes an upper sealing member configured to seal between the mounting bushing and the upper cover in response to fastening of the upper fixation nut. The vehicle battery pack mounting structure also includes a vehicle body side sealing member sealing between the upper fixation nut and the vehicle body in response to the fastening of the coupling bolt.

SOLID-STATE BATTERY AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SOLID-STATE BATTERY

A solid state battery that includes: a battery element including a positive electrode layer, a negative electrode layer, and a solid electrolyte layer interposed between the positive electrode layer and the negative electrode layer; an end-face electrode facing the end surface of the battery element; a covering layer covering the battery element with the end-face electrode; and an insulating buffer layer between the covering layer and the battery element and surrounding the battery element, wherein the insulating buffer layer is also sandwiched between the battery element and the end-face electrode and arranged intermittently on an end-face electrode facing region side of the end surface of the battery element.

Fire-resistant energy storage devices and associated systems and methods

A fire-resistant energy storage device includes a fire-resistant chassis, one or more energy storage elements housed in the fire-resistant chassis, and a heat exchanger configured to (a) cool the one or more energy storage elements and (b) protect the one or more energy storage elements from a fire external to the fire-resistant energy storage device. An energy storage assembly includes (a) a plurality of physically separate fire-resistant energy storage devices, each of the plurality of physically separate fire-resistant energy storage devices being configured to protect one or more energy storage elements of the fire-resistant energy storage device from a fire external to the fire-resistant energy storage device, and (b) at least one power converter configured to electrically interface the plurality of physically separate fire-resistant energy storage devices with an electric power buss.

BATTERY PACK INCLUDING FIRE SUPPRESSION MEANS

A battery pack includes a means configured to, when an abnormal phenomenon, such as fire outbreak or heat generation, occurs in a battery cell, prevent fire or heat from propagating to another battery cell adjacent thereto. The battery pack includes a plurality of battery cells, a case configured to receive the plurality of battery cells, an energy discharging means configured to discharge energy of the battery pack when the abnormal phenomenon occurs, and a fire extinguishing means configured to discharge aerosol at an operating temperature or higher in order to extinguish flames generated in the battery pack.

BATTERY WITH PASSIVE FIRE SUPPRESSION CAPABILITIES

A battery with passive fire suppression capabilities includes a housing, a battery cell stack disposed within an interior of the housing, and a fire suppression material disposed within the interior of the housing. The battery cell stack includes a plurality of battery cells, with each of the plurality of battery cells including a nonaqueous electrolyte. When the fire suppression material is exposed to the nonaqueous electrolyte, the fire suppression material is configured to retain the nonaqueous electrolyte within the interior of the housing.

BATTERY PACK COMPRISING MOUNTING STRUCTURE

Container type lithium battery energy storage power station

The invention discloses a container type lithium battery energy storage power station which comprises an energy storage box, a battery is fixedly installed in the energy storage box, a photovoltaic panel is fixedly installed at the upper end of the energy storage box and electrically connected with the battery, supporting columns are fixedly connected to the periphery of the lower end of the energy storage box, and first connecting shafts are movably connected into the supporting columns. A connecting groove is formed in the outer side of the connecting disc, an air bag is fixedly connected into the connecting groove, two limiting plates are arranged at the end, away from the wheel, of the connecting disc, and the other end of a third spring is fixedly connected with a limiting cavity. The energy storage box can move on the flat ground through four sets of wheels, when the energy storage box needs to pass through a muddy road section, a plurality of sets of T-shaped supporting rods can ...

전지 모듈 및 이를 포함하는 전지 팩

... 본 발명의 일 실시예에 따른 전지 모듈은 복수의 전지 셀이 적층되어 있는 전지 셀 적층체, 상기 전지 셀 적층체를 감싸는 모듈 프레임, 및 상기 모듈 프레임의 바닥부 상에 위치하는 제1 열 전달 부재와 제2 열 전달 부재를 포함하고, 상기 제2 열 전달 부재는 상기 제1 열 전달 부재의 외곽부에 형성된다.

ARRANGEMENTS FOR INHIBITING INTRUSION INTO BATTERY PACK ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

A battery pack and a method of assembling a battery pack. The battery pack may include an outer housing; a cell module supportable by the outer housing, the cell module including a module housing, a plurality of battery cells supported by the module housing, the battery cells having an energy of at least about 60 Watt-hours, a controller operable to control an operation of the battery pack, a conductive strap electrically connected to at least one of the battery cells, a weld strap connected between the controller and the conductive strap, and a terminal electrically connected to the battery cells and operable to connect the battery cells to an electrical device for power transfer; and a vapor-deposited, hydrophobic nano coating applied to at least a portion of the cell module.

Quick-change universal power battery for new energy vehicles

Disclosed herein is a quick-change universal power battery for a new energy vehicle. A battery body is provided with a quick-change connection port, a recessed structure, an independent liquid temperature-control loop and a multi-connection port structure. The battery body is provided with a recessed area, and the quick-change connection port is arranged in the recessed area. A power battery system is composed of no more than eight main models of quick-change universal power batteries to achieve battery selection and replacement of most new energy vehicles, and the power battery system is combined with charging to facilitate an electrical-energy supplement of the new energy vehicle. A vehicle and a replacement station are also disclosed.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING THE SAME

A battery module includes a battery cell stack including a plurality of battery cells. The battery module also includes a module frame accommodating the battery cell stack. The battery module also includes a flame separation structure between two adjacent battery cells of the plurality of battery cells, or between the battery cell stack and the module frame. The flame separation structure includes a first extension portion extending into a first space between the battery cell stack and the module frame.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING THE SAME

A battery module including: a battery cell stack including a plurality of battery cells, each of the battery cells including an electrode assembly, are stacked; a housing accommodating the battery cell stack; and at least one flame-retardant pad interposed between at least one pair of adjacent battery cells among the plurality of battery cells or between the battery cell stack and the housing, in which an area of the flame-retardant pad is equal to or larger than an area of the electrode assembly.

Battery pack heat dispensing systems

Battery packs according to some embodiments of the present technology may include a first longitudinal beam and a second longitudinal beam. The battery packs may include a plurality of cell blocks disposed between the first longitudinal beam and the second longitudinal beam. The plurality of cell blocks may include first and second cell blocks each characterized by a first side surface proximate the first longitudinal beam, a second side surface, a third side surface proximate the second longitudinal beam, and a fourth side surface. The battery packs may include a first interface material thermally coupling the first side surface of the first cell block with the first longitudinal beam. The battery packs may also include a second interface material thermally coupling the third side surface of the second cell block with the second longitudinal beam.

BATTERY PACK

A battery pack includes a lower plate on which one or more cell assemblies are seated, one or more support frames coupled to the lower plate, and one or more reinforcing members coupled to one side of the support frame to form a venting path. The reinforcing member is formed of a material different from a material of the support frame.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes first and second cell block assemblies including a battery cell stack and a busbar frame mounted onto front and rear surfaces of the battery cell stack; a module frame that houses the first and second cell block assemblies and is opened in front and rear directions; and an upper plate that covers the upper side surface and front and rear surfaces of the first cell block assembly and the upper side surface and front and rear surfaces of the second cell block assembly, wherein the first and second cell block assemblies are arranged apart from each other in a direction in which the busbar frames mounted onto the first and second cell block assemblies face each other, and the upper plate is coupled to the bottom part of the module frame between the first and second cell block assemblies and at front and rear sides of the entire first and second cell block assemblies.

BATTERY PACK

The present disclosure provides a battery pack including a housing, and a battery cell or battery cell assembly and a circuit board that are disposed in the housing, and further including: a first electrical connector connecting one of the positive and negative electrodes of the battery cell or battery cell assembly to the circuit board; a second electrical connector connecting the other one of the positive and negative electrodes of the battery cell or battery cell assembly to the circuit board; and a third electrical connector disposed on the circuit board and adapted to be electrically connected to an external electrical device to supply power from the battery cell to the electrical device through the third electrical connector. The third electrical connector includes a socket terminal in press fit with a pin terminal of the external electrical device. The technical solution involves supplying power from the battery cell to the electrical device through the third electrical connector ...

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME

A battery module according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a battery cell stack in which a plurality of battery cells are stacked; a module frame for housing the battery cell stack; and a flame-retardant member located between a pair of battery cells adjacent to each other in the battery cell stack, wherein the flame-retardant member comprises a flame-retardant pad and at least one fire-extinguishing material layer, and wherein the fire-extinguishing material layer is in contact with at least one battery cell among the pair of battery cells.

BATTERY MODULE HAVING FLAME RETARDANT SHEET, BATTERY RACK INCLUDING SAME, AND POWER STORAGE SYSTEM

Disclosed is a battery pack having a reduced risk of secondary ignition or explosion. The battery module includes at least one cell assembly including a plurality of secondary batteries, each of which has an electrode lead; a module housing having an inner space formed to accommodate the cell assembly therein; a bus bar assembly including at least one electrically conductive bus bar having a plate shape and configured to contact a portion of the electrode lead, and at least one electrically insulating bus bar frame to which the at least one bus bar is mounted, the at least one bus bar frame having a plurality of perforated holes through which the electrode leads of the plurality of secondary batteries passes; and a flame-retardant sheet having a plate shape and located in close contact with an outer side of the bus bar to close the perforated hole.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK COMPRISING SAME

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a battery cell stack formed by stacking a plurality of battery cells, and a barrier layer interposed between battery cells adjacent to each other among the plurality of battery cells, wherein the barrier layer includes a body part parallel to the battery cell, and an extension part that is bent at one end of the body part and covers the upper end part of the battery cell.

CELL TRAY

Disclosed herein is a cell tray for accommodating or storing cylindrical cells in a charge/discharge process for activation or an aging process, or for transporting the cylindrical cells between each process. More specifically, it relates to the cell tray that includes a tray body accommodating multiple cylindrical cells and has an opened top, a first connector installed on the tray body in order to be able to rotate toward the upper electrode tab of the cylindrical cell, a second connector installed in the lower part of the lower electrode tab of the cylindrical cell, and an electrical characteristic measuring device that is electrically connected to the first connector and the second connector that measures the electrical characteristics of the cylindrical cell.

HEAT RADIATION MEMBER AND BATTERY PACK COMPRISING SAME

A flame arrester according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a heat dissipation member including a first heat dissipation part and a second heat dissipation part; a heat insulating member formed along an outer surface of the heat dissipation member; and a fire extinguishing member formed in a separation space in which the first heat dissipation part and the second heat dissipation part are separated.

ЗАЩИТНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ ДЛЯ АККУМУЛЯТОРНОЙ БАТАРЕИ ГИБРИДНОГО ИЛИ ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКОГО ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА И СПОСОБ МОНТАЖА УСИЛЕННОЙ АККУМУЛЯТОРНОЙ БАТАРЕИ

Изобретение относится к защитным и усиливающим элементам в автомобильной промышленности и, в частности, к защите аккумуляторной батареи электрического или гибридного транспортного средства. Защитный элемент (1) для аккумуляторной батареи электрического или гибридного транспортного средства содержит средства (2) крепления, приспособленные для съемного крепления щитового элемента (1) как к аккумуляторной батарее, так и к кузову (11) транспортного средства. Техническим результатом является эффективная защита аккумуляторных модулей аккумуляторной батареи при одновременной оптимизации технического обслуживания аккумуляторной батареи и ее механических характеристик при монтаже на гибридном или электрическом транспортном средстве. 2 н. и 3 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил., 2 табл.

Composite thermal management sheet, method of manufacture, and articles using the same

A composite thermal management sheet for a battery includes a silicone foam layer; and a reactive filler composition disposed within the silicone foam layer, the reactive filler composition including a first filler that decomposes to generate water upon initial exposure to heat; and a second filler different from the first filler, wherein the second filler forms a thermal barrier layer with a decomposition product of the first filler, or absorbs the water, or both.

Handheld terminal

The invention relates to a handheld terminal which comprises a terminal body and a battery, the battery comprises a shell, a battery cell and a battery protection plate, and the battery cell and the battery protection plate are arranged in the shell; the terminal main body is provided with a mounting groove matched with the shell, the shell is detachably connected with the mounting groove, and the side wall of the mounting groove is provided with a through hole matched with an electric connecting piece of the battery protection plate. One end of the electrical connecting piece of the battery protection plate penetrates through the side wall of the shell and the through hole, and a waterproof piece is arranged on the periphery of the through hole. A mainboard, a circuit board and a battery connector are arranged in the terminal main body, the mainboard is detachably mounted on the inner wall of the terminal main body, and the circuit board and the battery connector are arranged on the mainboard ...

Battery box

The battery box comprises a box body, a sealing cover is arranged on the box body, an air guide pipe communicated with the bottom of the box body is arranged on the sealing cover, a liquid storage cylinder is arranged in the air guide pipe, a piston is arranged in the air storage cylinder, the liquid storage cylinder is divided into an upper liquid storage cavity and a lower air guide cavity by the piston, and the upper liquid storage cavity is communicated with the lower air guide cavity. An elastic piece is arranged between the bottom of the piston and the bottom wall of the box body, a spindle body is arranged in the piston, conductive liquid is stored in the upper liquid storage cavity, a pair of conducting strips is arranged on the inner wall of the liquid storage cylinder, one conducting strip is connected with one pole of a power source, the other conducting strip is connected with the other pole of the power source, and bubbles are arranged at the top of the upper liquid storage ...

전지 시스템 및 전지 시스템을 포함하는 차량

... 실시예에 따른 전지 시스템은, 복수의 전지 셀, 상기 복수의 전지 셀을 둘러싸는 전지 하우징, 상기 복수의 전지 셀을 전기적으로 연결하는 연결 부재, 및 전기적 및 열적 절연 재료를 포함하고 주변 환경으로부터 상기 연결 부재를 격리하기 위한 격리 및 고정 부재를 포함한다. 상기 격리 및 고정 부재는 상기 연결 부재 및 전지 시스템의 구조물 부위에 상기 복수의 전지 셀을 지지하는 적어도 하나의 셀 캐리어 부재를 둘러싼다.

BATTERY MODULE

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present invention can comprise: a plurality of secondary battery cells; a housing member in which the plurality of secondary battery cells are accommodated; and a multi-layered member which is provided between the plurality of secondary battery cells, and of which at least some parts in the thickness direction are made of a material having a thermal conductivity lower than that of the other parts.

BATTERY MODULE HAVING STRUCTURE ENABLING RAPID DEPLOYMENT OF SPRINKLER, AND ESS INCLUDING SAME

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a plurality of battery cells; a module housing that accommodates a cell stack including the plurality of battery cells; a sprinkler that passes through the module housing from one side of the cell stack in the stacking direction; and at least one guide plate fixed to the inside of the module housing and installed slantly such that one longitudinal end thereof faces the sprinkler.

BATTERY MODULE HAVING STRUCTURE CAPABLE OF RAPID COOLING, AND ESS COMPRISING SAME

A battery module according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a plurality of battery cells; a module housing for accommodating a cell stack comprising the plurality of battery cells; and a sprinkler for penetrating the module housing at one side thereof in the stacking direction of the cell stack, wherein the sprinkler comprises: a coupler positioned outside the module housing and connected to a supply pipe that supplies a cooling fluid; a sprinkler head positioned inside the module housing and connected to the coupler; and an insulating cover assembly which comprises an insulating cover that covers the sprinkler head, and which comprises an impeller assembly that covers an opening part formed at one side end portion of the insulating cover in the longitudinal direction.

BATTERY MODULE AND BATTERY PACK INCLUDING SAME

A battery module, according to one embodiment of the present invention, comprises: a battery cell stack formed by stacking a plurality of battery cells; and at least one barrier layer interposed between neighboring battery cells from among the plurality of battery cells, wherein the barrier layer includes a first region and a second region, and materials that are different from each other are included in the first region and the second region.

COOLING ARRANGEMENT AND BATTERY ARRANGEMENT HAVING A PLANAR ELEMENT SURROUNDED BY HEAT CONDUCTIVE PASTE FOR THERMAL COUPLING

The invention relates to a cooling arrangement (1) for dissipating heat from a heat source (4) to a heat sink (5), having the heat source (4), the heat sink (5) and a heat conduction medium (3). The heat conduction medium (3) is in the form of a planar element and is arranged in an interstice (6) between the heat source (4) and the heat sink (5). In order to achieve improved thermal coupling, according to the invention, additionally a filling medium (7) is provided in the interstice (6), the filling medium (7) at least partly surrounding the heat conduction medium (3).

BATTERY PACKAGE

A battery package is described herein that advantageously maintains separation between batteries received therein while also providing a resealable opening to sequentially retrieve batteries therefrom. Further, the battery package can include an outer covering.

Cover for a battery housing of a high-voltage vehicle battery and battery housing

A cover for a battery housing of a high-voltage vehicle battery. The cover includes a composite material which for its part comprises a polymer matrix and an at least fire retardant material embedded in said polymer matrix. In addition, the cover includes an electrically conductive layer which forms an electromagnetic shield.

Safe transport and storage of energy storage devices

A method of transporting at least one energy storage device comprising the step of housing at least one energy storage device in a cassette comprising: a hollow casing for receiving at least one energy storage device; a top cap assembly received at one end of the hollow casing and an end cap assembly received at another end of the hollow casing; electronic circuitry housed within the end cap assembly, the electronic circuitry comprising at least one receptacle associated with each of the at least one energy storage devices, the at least one receptacle being reversibly mateable with at least one plug associated with an external device such that the cassette is received by the external in a first orientation and a second orientation; and electrically isolating the at least one energy storage devices from each other by individually coupling the at least one energy storage device to the electronic circuitry.

Working machine

A working machine is provided which can suppress the adhesion of rain water, snow, and melting snow to an electrical connecting portion between a battery containing portion side and a battery side. An electrically driven snowplow as a working machine includes a battery pack incorporating a battery, a battery containing portion disposed so as to allow the battery pack to be inserted and removed in a direction inclined from a vertical direction, and an electrode portion configured to be connected with an output terminal of a battery disposed on an upper surface of the battery containing portion.

Battery module

A battery module includes a cell stack in which a plurality of unit cells including terminal parts are aligned in a first direction and an insulating member surrounds the plurality of unit cells; and a module housing in which a plurality of receiving parts, into each of which the cell stack is configured to be inserted, are provided and are aligned in a first direction and a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, wherein each of the plurality of receiving parts includes a fixing wall around the cell stack and having at least a portion which is in contact with the cell stack. The cell stacks adjacent to each other in the second direction are electrically connected to each other, and the cell stacks adjacent to each other in the first direction are electrically disconnected from each other, when not connected to an end module.

Case for secondary battery and secondary battery including the same

A case for a secondary battery and a secondary battery including the same, the case including a case body, the case body having bottom and a space for receiving an electrode assembly; and a shock-absorbing cap, the shock-absorbing cap having a bottom and an edge extending from the bottom of the shock-absorbing cap, the edge being coupled to the bottom of the case body, wherein the shock-absorbing cap includes a sub-shock absorber, the sub-shock absorber being configured to distribute and transmit shock applied to the bottom of the shock-absorbing cap.

Outer casing member for preventing electricity leakage, and battery pack for a vehicle comprising same

Provided are an exterior member for preventing electric leakage and a vehicle battery pack having the same. In detail, the present invention relates to an exterior member made of a polymer material having a moisture content of 7 wt % or less and electric conductivity of 30 S/cm or less when being left for 30 days under a relative humidity of 80% or more and including input and output terminal units, and a vehicle battery pack having the same.

Rechargeable battery with current limiter

A rechargeable battery comprises a battery cell comprising a plurality of battery component films on a substrate, the battery component films including at least a pair of electrodes about an electrolyte. A current limiter is electrically coupled to the battery cell to limit the current flowing through the battery cell when (i) the current flowing through the battery cell exceeds a predefined current, (ii) the temperature of the battery cell exceeds a predefined temperature, or (iii) both.

Battery pack

A battery pack includes a bare cell including an electrode assembly, a can housing the electrode assembly; and a cap plate sealing an open end of the can; a protective circuit module on the bare cell and including a lead member electrically coupling the protective circuit module to the bare cell; an upper cover coupled to the bare cell and covering the protective circuit module; and a shock absorber between the upper cover and the lead member.

Electronic device and battery locking mechanism thereof

The present disclosure provides an electronic device using a battery locking mechanism. The electronic device includes a main body defining a receiving space to receive a battery. A battery locking mechanism mounted in the receiving space includes a sliding member and a rotatable member rotatably connected with each other through a connection portion. The sliding member includes a elastic member and a sliding bar, the rotatable member includes a through hole in a position between its two opposite ends and a hook formed at its free end, a shaft extends from the bottom surface of the receiving space extending through the through hole, allowing the rotatable member to rotate about the shaft. A battery locking mechanism applied in an electronic device is also provided.

Rechargeable electric tool

The present invention provides a rechargeable electric tool in which a battery pack as a power supply slides in a battery holder formed in an end part of a housing. A bag-shaped waterproof cover covering the battery pack including a coupling part between the battery holder and the battery pack is formed by two divided covers which are separated to the front and rear sides in a slide attachment direction of the battery pack. Between the two divided covers, a coupling mechanism can be arbitrary operated in a coupling position or a coupling cancelling position. The coupling position is a position in which the divided covers are coupled to each other in an attached state where the coupling part and the battery pack are covered. The coupling cancelling position is a position in which coupling of the divided covers is cancelled.

Self centering hinge design for concentric sealing of an enclosure

A waterproof, clam-shell style enclosure including a first cover, a second cover that is hingedly coupled to the first cover to pivot about an axis of rotation between an open state and a closed state defining an enclosed interior region of the enclosure, a seal positioned to limit or prevent the passage of fluid into the enclosed interior region of the enclosure, and a hinge that is configured to accommodate translation of the second cover with respect to the first cover in two different, perpendicular directions upon pivoting the second cover to a closed state to achieve uniform compression of the seal along its circumference.

Battery module

A battery module according to one aspect of the present invention includes: a plurality of rechargeable batteries; a housing configured to house the plurality of rechargeable batteries and having a first fastening portion; a cover configured to couple to the housing and having a second fastening portion configured to couple to the first fastening portion by a tight fitting; and an elastic member configured to fit between the first and second fastening portions.

Battery pack

The present invention relates to a battery pack and the battery pack includes: a plurality of secondary batteries; a core pack including a protection circuit module; and a battery case composed of first and second sub-cases for accommodating the core pack, in which fastening portions combining the first sub-case with the second sub-case are formed, and adhesive members and grooves receiving the adhesive members are formed at the fastening portions.

Fixing apparatus for battery

A fixing apparatus includes a base and a latch. A number of fixing holes is defined in the base for receiving supporting posts of different batteries. A first end of the latch is pivotably connected to a side of the base, and a second end opposite to the first end of the latch is detachably engaged with an opposite side of the base. A resilient tab extends downwards from a middle of the latch.

Battery module

A battery module includes a plurality of battery cells stacked together; first and second end plates located at a first end and a second end, respectively, of the stacked battery cells; and side plates and a bottom plate coupled to the first and second end plates, wherein at least one of the first end plate and the second end plate has a bent support portion that overlaps with at least a portion of the bottom plate.

Middle or large-sized battery pack case providing improved distribution uniformity in coolant flux

A middle- or large-sized battery pack case is provided in which a battery module having a plurality of stacked battery cells is mounted, wherein the battery pack case is provided with a coolant inlet port and a coolant outlet port, which are disposed such that a coolant for cooling the battery cells can flow from one side to the other side of the battery module in the direction perpendicular to the stacking direction of the battery cells. The battery pack case includes beads formed in a concavo-convex shape for improving the structural stability of the battery pack case against an external force, the beads being constructed in a structure in which the beads do not disturb the flow of the coolant from the coolant inlet port along the advancing direction of a fluid in a flow space defined between the coolant inlet port and the battery module.

Battery holder capable of indicating usability status of the batteries

Apparatuses and methods for portable storage of disposable or rechargeable batteries are disclosed. The battery holder can have several battery compartments, each being suitable for securely holding a battery of a certain size. Additionally, the battery holder has visible indicia instructing a user as to how to orient the battery in the compartment depending on whether the battery is empty or full. Thus, the orientation of the battery in the holder signals battery's empty/full status to the user. The battery compartments can be arranged in one or more rows, circularly, or in a honeycomb orientation. The battery holder can be made of elastic material capable of securely keeping the battery in place. The battery compartments for round batteries can have a non-round cross section, thus enabling air escape from the compartment as the battery is inserted. The compartments can be slightly conical along the axis (draft tapered walls), therefore capable of securing batteries having somewhat different sizes due to tolerances. A lid for covering batteries can be attached with the battery holder. The battery holder can have a tab for keychain attachment.

Rack housing assembly and energy storage apparatus having the same

A rack housing assembly and an energy storage apparatus having the rack housing assembly are disclosed. The rack housing assembly may include a rack housing defining a plurality of accommodation spaces, each having open front side configured to house a battery tray. The rack housing assembly may also include an anchor member formed on at least at one side of the rack housing and be configured to fix the rack housing to a wall member of an installation space. The rack housing assembly intensively may house a plurality of battery trays and be configured to electrically connect the housed battery trays so that the housed battery trays are modulated. The rack housing assembly may include an improved anti-vibration characteristic with respect to external shocks or vibrations that may be generated during transfer.

Method for preventing erroneous loading of component-to-be-loaded on main body side apparatus, component-to-be-loaded and battery pack

A battery apparatus of the type having a length, a width and a height, top and bottom surfaces substantially perpendicular to the height direction. First and second side surfaces, that include curved surfaces, are disposed between the top and bottom surfaces, and front and rear end portions are disposed between the top and bottom surfaces and also disposed between the first and second side surfaces. A plurality of electric contact portions are exposed through terminal windows; and a battery cell is electrically connected to at least one of the electric contact portions. The front end portion includes first and second level surfaces, with the second level surface being lower than the first level surface; and wherein the terminal windows are disposed in the second level surface.

Battery pack

A battery pack 200 includes stacked battery modules 100 each including a case 30 in which a plurality of cells 10 are accommodated, and an outlet 33 which is provided to the case 30 and through which gas released from the cell 10 is released outside the case 30 . The battery pack 200 is fixed to a rectangular parallelepiped framework 40 built by frame bodies each having a hollow structure, and the outlet 33 of each battery module 100 is connected to an intake port 61 provided to the framework 40 . Gas released through the outlet 33 of the battery module 100 flows through a hollow section of the frame body, and is released through an exhaust port 60 provided to the framework 40 to the outside.

Connection structure

The invention is a structure for connecting modules housing electrical storage cells to construct an electrical storage system. The structure has a pair of clips having a first coupling part for coupling with the other clip of the pair and a second coupling part for coupling with a case of a module. From a state in which the first coupling parts couple the pair of clips, adjacent modules are connected by coupling the second coupling parts of the pair of clips to the respectively corresponding cases, and the coupling of the first coupling parts is released when the connected modules are subjected to a separation operation with a prescribed force.

Structural enclosure for packaging power electronics for vehicle battery modules and methods of servicing and manufacturing vehicles using same

An apparatus for a vehicle is provided that includes a structural enclosure configured to attach to both first and second spaced battery module housings while spanning the gap between the spaced battery module housings. The structural enclosure is configured to support power electronics and is configured to allow connection of the power electronics to the battery modules through the structural enclosure. A method of servicing vehicles and a method of manufacturing vehicles is also provided.

Power supply apparatus for vehicle

A power supply apparatus includes a plurality of battery modules, a support plate, a plurality of first reinforcing projections, and a plurality of second reinforcing projections. The support plate supports the battery modules and includes a first plate and a second plate. The first plate thermally contacts bottom surfaces of the battery modules. The second plate is placed on a bottom surface of the first plate to define cooling spaces between the first and second plates. A coolant is to flow in the cooling spaces. The plurality of first reinforcing projections is provided on at least one of the first and second plates. The first reinforcing projections project into the cooling spaces and extend in a first direction. The plurality of second reinforcing projections is provided on a top surface of the first plate and extending in a second direction intersecting with the first direction.

Battery pack encasing structure and walking assistance device using same

A connector provided in a lower middle part of a battery pack, is protected from moisture in a reliable manner while simplifying the installing and removing of the battery pack. A vertical wall of the battery pack is formed with an arch-shaped ridge having a higher middle part and a pair of lower lateral end parts. A battery pack receiving recess is provided with a vertical wall opposing the vertical wall of the battery pack, and a pair of through holes on either lower end thereof. The vertical wall of the battery pack receiving recess is formed with an arch-shaped groove configured to receive the arch-shaped ridge of the battery pack. Moisture that may be deposited on the vertical wall surfaces is trapped by a water channel defined by the groove and the ridge, and drained from the battery pack receiving recess via the through holes.

Battery case for vehicle

A battery case for a vehicle includes a tray member ( 22 ) made of resin and configured to hold a battery ( 38 ), one or more beam members ( 30 ) arranged so as to extend in at least one of width and longitudinal directions of the tray member, the one or more beam members supporting the tray member and having a recess ( 50 ) formed therein, and a bottom wall ( 58 ) interposed between the tray member and the one or more beam members and closing an aperture plane of the recess of the one or more beam members to form a closed cross-section, the bottom wall being constituted by a continuous metal plate underlying a bottom plate of the tray member.

Method for quickly supplying electric energy to electric vehicle and power supply device thereof

A method of quickly supplying electric energy to electric vehicles and the power supply device thereof are provided. The method includes providing a rechargeable battery pack on an electric vehicle and providing a battery replacement device, a charging room and a battery storeroom in a power exchange station. The rechargeable battery pack includes a battery box and standardized standard battery units. The standard battery units are located in the battery box during operation, and are capable of being smoothly loaded into and unloaded from the battery box along the guiding rails. The rechargeable battery pack is pre-installed in the electric vehicle; and the drained standard battery units within the battery box are replaced with fully-charged standard battery units upon payment when the electric vehicle in need of electric power supply is driven into the power exchanging station.

Charge control scheme for use in power tools

A simplified control scheme is presented for use in a power tool. The power tool may be comprised of two or more lithium-ion battery cells connected in series and operable to drive the motor in the tool. A charging circuit is configured to receive a charging current from an AC adapter and to supply the charging current to the battery cells. A microcontroller monitors the voltage of the battery cells and terminates charging of the battery cells in accordance with the monitored voltages of the battery cells. The microcontroller does not receive power from the battery cells but is only powered by the AC adapter. Of note, each of the battery cells preferably employs an electrolyte composition comprised of a redox shuttle material. In combination with other tool components, the use of the redox shuttle material reduces or eliminates the need for expensive charge and discharge controls, thereby reducing the cost of the tool.

Customizable energy system and vehicle

A customizable energy system for a vehicle includes a plurality of interchangeable energy modules, wherein at least one of the plurality of interchangeable energy modules is an energy storage module configured for storing a first form of energy. The customizable energy system also includes a receptacle defining at least one cavity therein and configured for operatively communicating with the plurality of interchangeable energy modules, wherein the at least one cavity is configured for receiving any one of the plurality of interchangeable energy modules. Each of the plurality of interchangeable energy modules has a substantially similar shape and is interchangeably insertable into and removable from the at least one cavity.

Modular system for a battery

A modular system ( 1 ) for a battery ( 2 ) has a battery housing ( 3 ), at least one first battery module ( 4 ) having a number n of battery cells ( 5 ) and at least one further battery module ( 6 ) having a higher number n+x or a lower number n−x of battery cells ( 5 ) can be arranged in the battery housing ( 3 ). In this case, one first battery module ( 4 ) can be arranged in a space-filling manner within the battery housing ( 3 ), or one further battery module ( 6 ) together with at least one compensation element ( 7 ) of the modular system ( 1 ) can be arranged in a space-filling manner within the battery housing ( 3 ).

Devices including power tools with non-binding linear slides and associated methods

Devices with non-binding linear slides include: (a) a device body and first and second spaced apart linear rails held in the device body; (b) first and second spaced apart (rail) pathways held in cooperating alignment with the rails in the body, a respective one engaged with a respective one of the first and second linear rails that define spaced apart contact points; and (c) a translating actuation (e.g., input) member held by the body in communication with the rails. The actuation (e.g., input) member has a configuration that can generate off-center loads associated with forces applied at different positions of the actuation (e.g., input) member. Only one pathway and rail pair guides linear movement for the first and second force positions to thereby inhibit frictional binding.

Battery unit

The invention relates to a storage battery unit ( 1 ) with a battery cell ( 2 ), having a terminal ( 3 ), with edges ( 6 ) and an outside insulation ( 5 ) also enclosing the edges ( 6 ). According to the invention it is provided that a non-conducting, elastic element ( 4 ) is positioned on the terminal side between the battery cell ( 2 ) and the insulation ( 5 ), so that the terminal ( 3 ) is set back with respect to a level ( 7 ) of the elastic element ( 4 ), wherein the insulation ( 5 ) fixes the elastic element ( 4 ). A stable hold of the storage battery unit ( 1 ) in a housing is thus achieved with simultaneous mechanical protection of electrical contacts.

Secondary battery module

An NaS battery module includes a container, a plurality of cells for an NaS battery and sand. The side walls of the container partition the inside and outside of the container in a direction in which the arrangement plane of the cells extends. An upper wall and a lower wall of the container partition the inside and outside of the container in a direction perpendicular to the direction in which the arrangement plane of the cells extends. The lower wall and the side walls are high heat insulating walls whereas the upper wall is a solid low heat insulating wall having a heat insulating property lower than that of the high heat insulating wall. The cells and the sand are housed inside of the container. A variable louver is disposed outside of the upper wall so as to cover the outer surface of the upper wall.

BATTERY POWERED TOOL

The present disclosure relates to a battery powered tool () extending in a longitudinal direction (Z), comprising a tool body () and a battery pack (), which battery pack is arranged on the tool body and adapted to power the tool. The tool body is provided with a through aperture adapted to receive the battery pack, such that the tool body at least partly surrounds the battery pack. 1. A battery powered tool extending in a longitudinal direction , comprising a tool body and a battery pack , which battery pack is arranged on the tool body and adapted to power the tool ,wherein the tool body is provided with a through aperture adapted to receive the battery pack, such that the tool body at least partly surrounds the battery pack.2. Battery powered tool according to claim 1 , wherein the through aperture elongates in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal extension direction of the tool.3. Battery powered tool according to claim 1 , wherein a length of the battery pack is substantially the same as a length of the through aperture.4. Battery powered tool according to claim 1 , wherein at least one end of the battery pack protrudes outside the tool body when mounted in the through aperture.5. Battery powered tool according to claim 1 , wherein two ends of the battery pack protrude outside the tool body in two directions along the an elongation direction of the through aperture when the battery pack is mounted in the through aperture.6. Battery powered tool according to claim 5 , wherein the two ends of the battery pack is adapted to protrude in substantially equal amounts in the two directions.7. Battery powered tool according to claim 1 , wherein the tool body is provided with a connector within the through aperture claim 1 , which connector is adapted to integrate with a corresponding connector on the battery pack when the battery pack is mounted in the through aperture.8. Battery powered tool according to claim 1 , wherein the battery pack is visual from the ...

POWER TOOL

It is an object of the invention to provide a technique which contributes to reduced size of a vibration-proof handle for a hand-held power tool. A representative hand-held power tool includes a power tool body having a tip end region to which a tool bit can be coupled, and a handle arranged on the rear of the power tool body on the side opposite to the tool bit and designed to be held by a user. The handle is connected to the power tool body via elastic elements and can slide with respect to the power tool body in an axial direction of the tool bit The power tool body has an extending region that extends to a lower region of the handle and receives the sliding movement of the handle 17-. (canceled)8. A hand-held power tool to perform a predetermined operation on a workpiece by linearly driving a tool bit comprising:a power tool body having a tip end region to which the tool bit is coupled,an upper extending region provided at an upper region of the power tool body,a lower extending region provided at a lower region of the power tool body,a handle provided on the rear of the power tool body opposite to the tool bit, the handle being held by a user of the power tool, wherein the handle includes a grip part, an upper region coupled to the upper extending region of the power tool body, a lower region coupled to the lower extending region of the power tool body,a motor provided with the power tool body,a lighting device provided with the power tool body in a position under the motor and at a front lower region of the power tool body and under the motor,wherein the power tool body has a pair of housing components which are combined together to form the power tool body.9. The power tool according to claim 8 , further comprising an inner housing to house the motor claim 8 , wherein the inner housing is set together with the lighting device on the first housing component and wherein the second housing component is put over the first housing component and fastened to the ...

HANDHELD WORK MACHINE

A handheld work machine comprises a main body comprising a prime mover and a handle fixed to the main body and configured to be gripped by a user. The handle is formed by pipe material and at least one reinforcement member is disposed at a longitudinal portion of the handle that configures a part of the handle. The reinforcement member may be formed by pipe material and preferably disposed inside the handle. The longitudinal portion where the reinforcement member is disposed may preferably include a fixed portion of the handle that is fixed to the main body. 1. A handheld work machine , comprising:a main body comprising a prime mover; anda handle fixed to the main body and configured to be gripped by a user, wherein the handle is formed by pipe material, and at least one reinforcement member is disposed at a longitudinal portion of the handle that configures a part of the handle.2. The handheld work machine as in claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement member is formed by pipe material.3. The handheld work machine as in claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement member is made of metal material.4. The handheld work machine as in claim 1 , wherein the handle and the reinforcement member are made of same metal material.5. The handheld work machine as in claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement member is disposed inside the handle.6. The handheld work machine as in claim 1 , whereinthe handle includes a fixed portion that is fixed to the main body by a fastener, andthe fixed portion is located within the longitudinal portion where the reinforcement member is disposed.7. The handheld work machine as in claim 1 , whereinthe handle includes curved portions, andat least one curved portion is located within the longitudinal portion where the reinforcement member is disposed.8. A handle for a handheld work machine claim 1 , wherein the handle is formed by pipe material claim 1 , and at least one reinforcement member is disposed at a longitudinal portion of the handle that configures a part ...

Secondary battery

A secondary battery includes a plurality of unit batteries, a circuit board having at least one heat dissipation opening therethrough, and a balancing circuit on the circuit board, the balancing circuit including at least one balancing switch configured to switch ON/OFF states according to an output signal of a control unit, and at least one balancing resistor configured to form a discharge circuit of the plurality of unit batteries according to the ON/OFF states of the balancing switch, at least a part of the balancing resistor being exposed through the at least one heat dissipation opening in the circuit board.

Battery system with heat-dissipation improvement and connecting circuit arrangement

A battery system includes a battery module, a frame for receiving the battery module, a cover covering the frame, a heat sink, a battery management circuit board and a battery balancing circuit board. The battery module includes a bracket assembly and a number of batteries fixed to the bracket assembly. The batteries are electrically connected to each other. The battery management circuit board is fixed to the bracket assembly and electrically connected to the batteries. The battery management circuit board is separated by a distance from the bracket assembly. The battery balancing circuit board is fixed to the heat sink and includes a battery balancing control module for controlling surplus electric energy of the batteries dissipated into thermal energy.

HANDLE ARRANGEMENT FOR A POWER TOOL

A handle arrangement () for a power driven hand tool (). The power driven hand tool () includes a main housing () arranged at a first end of a guide tube (). The power driven hand tool () also includes a working member arranged at a second end of the guide tube (). The handle arrangement () includes a grip member () for user control of the power driven hand tool (). The handle arrangement () is rotatably arranged to the guide tube () for rotation in relation to the main housing () and to the guide tube (). 1. A handle arrangement for a power driven hand tool , the power driven hand tool comprising:a main housing arranged at a first end of a guide tube, anda working member arranged at a second end of the guide tube, and the handle arrangement comprising a grip member for user control of the power driven hand tool,wherein the handle arrangement is rotatably arranged on the guide tube for rotation in relation to the main housing and to the guide tube,wherein the handle arrangement comprises a means for suspension of the power tool in a harness.2. A handle arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the handle arrangement is freely rotatable in relation to the main housing and to the guide tube to a predefined angle both clockwise and counter-clockwise from a central position.3. A handle arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein the handle arrangement is freely rotatable in relation to the main housing and to the guide tube to an angle of at least 90 degrees both clockwise and counter-clockwise from the central position.4. A handle arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the grip member is provided with a throttle control for user operation.5. A handle arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the grip member is located at a distance from the circumference of the guide tube.6. A handle arrangement according to claim 5 , wherein the grip member is arranged in such a way that it may be positioned at an angle in relation to the guide tube.7. A handle arrangement ...

Charging Contact System

Novel tools and techniques are described for waterproof charging contact system. In one aspect, the charging contact system may comprise docking station comprising a first set of compliant charging contacts for a tablet computer system and a second set of compliant charging contacts for a handset computer. Each compliant charging contact comprises a charging pin pressed into an elastomer diaphragm inserted within a body of the docking station. The tablet computer system comprises a first set of static charging contacts configured to mate with the first set of compliant charging contacts. The handset comprises a second set of static charging contacts configured to mate with the second set of compliant charging contacts.

Rotary jig of battery cell and process of welding for battery cell using the same

Disclosed herein is a rotary jig for battery cells to successively manufacture battery cells having different sizes including a main body configured to have a hexahedral structure having a rotary rod mounted at a lower end thereof, the main body being provided at sides thereof with mounting frames having sizes corresponding to sizes of battery cells so that the battery cells can be uprightly mounted in the mounting frames in a state in which electrode terminals of the battery cells are exposed upward, a die disposed at a lower end of the main body, the die connected to the rotary rod so that the die can be rotated manually or by a rotary motor, and support members formed at the die to support the mounting frames of the main body and the battery cells mounted in the mounting frames, wherein the rotary rod is rotated so that resistance welding is performed with respect to a portion of one of battery cells to be welded using a welding rod located above the battery cell in a state in which the battery cells are mounted to the corresponding sides of the main body.

Portable Power Tool

A hand-power tool, in particular a drill and/or chiseling hammer, includes a transmission, a machine housing, and an inner housing arranged within the machine housing. The inner housing is provided for at least partially receiving at least one transmission element of the transmission. The at least one transmission element is supported jointly by the inner housing and by the machine housing. 1. A portable power tool , comprising:a transmission, having at least one transmission element,a machine housing, andan inner housing arranged inside the machine housing, said inner housing being configured to at least partially receive the at least one transmission element of the transmissionwherein the at least one transmission element is mounted in a manner distributed between the inner housing and the machine housing.2. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inner housing is configured to at least axially support the at least one transmission element.3. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the machine housing is configured to at least radially support the at least one transmission element in a manner uncoupled from the inner housing.4. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising at least one supporting element configured to penetrate at least partially through the inner housing in a radial direction.5. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the supporting element is configured in one piece with another supporting element which is configured to axially support the inner housing.6. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the supporting element has a free end that is directed radially outward.7. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the inner housing has at least one radial cutout which is configured to at least partially receive the supporting element.8. The portable power tool as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising an intermediate flange which has at least one ...

Battery Shell of Electronic Device and Manufacturing Method Thereof

A method for manufacturing a battery shell of an electronic device includes providing a first metal component, providing a plastic casing, joining the first metal component to the plastic casing together, providing a battery pack, the battery pack including a main body and a connection part, disposing the battery pack on the first metal component, and fixing the connection part on the plastic casing. The thickness of the first metal component is A, the thickness of the plastic casing is B. The thickness of said plastic casing satisfies 0.4 mm≦B≦0.8 mm, and the total thickness of the first metal component and the plastic casing satisfies 0.8 mm≦A+B≦1.6 mm. The connection part is disposed on a side of the main body.

Power source unit

A power source unit includes a battery main body including at least one battery cell, an electric device located on the battery main body, and a wall located along a lateral side of parts included in the electric device. The wall is taller than a height of the parts.

Battery tray retaining system

A battery tray can include a deck, first and second longitudinal and side walls and a clamping member. The walls can extend from the deck and cooperate with each other to form a container area for receiving one of a first and a second battery, where the first battery has a longer length than the second battery. The second longitudinal and side walls can include respective first and second battery hold down members each having a rib for engaging one of the first and second batteries. The first longitudinal and side walls can include respective first and second ramped members for urging at least the first battery into engagement with the battery hold down members. The first clamping member can be removably coupled to the battery tray relative to one of the first longitudinal or side walls and can engage the first or second battery positioned on the deck.

Cooling Device And Vehicle Battery Assembly

The invention refers to a cooling device ( 10 ) for a vehicle battery with at least one coolant line ( 12 ) and at least one separate clamping element ( 14 ), which is made of an elastic material, for pressing the coolant line ( 12 ) directly up against a flat surface of the vehicle battery. The coolant line ( 12 ) is flat, with an essentially flat upper surface ( 13 ) for contact with the flat face of the vehicle battery. The invention also concerns a vehicle battery assembly ( 100 ) with a vehicle battery that contains multiple battery elements ( 102 ) and a cooling device ( 10 ) such as that mentioned above.

Electronic device

An electronic device of the present invention has a battery storage structure with a battery pack inserted into a battery storage section provided in a device case, a battery electrode provided on a side surface of the battery pack that comes in contact with a connection electrode provided within the battery storage section and the battery storage section is openably/closably covered by a battery cover. This electronic device includes a locking member which engageably locks the battery pack into the battery storage section by sliding the battery pack into place, and a guide pressing section provided on the battery cover which presses the battery pack towards the connection electrode once inserted between inner surface parts positioned on opposite sides of the connection electrode of the battery storage section and the battery pack opposing side with the battery cover covering the battery storage section where the battery pack is stored.

METHOD OF USE FOR DEBRIS REMOVAL SYSTEM FOR POWER TOOL

A method of using a hand-held power tool having a debris removal attachment is provided. The method includes providing a hand-held power tool having an output shaft and selectively coupling an extension shaft to the output shaft. The method also includes coupling a first impeller to the extension shaft and providing a housing adjacent the first impeller. The method further includes rotating the first impeller to generate a pressure differential sufficient to draw debris into the housing. The extension shaft has a first end and a second end, the first end configured to couple to the output shaft of the hand-held power tool, and the second end configured to couple to a tool bit. 1. A method of using a hand-held power tool having a debris removal attachment , the method comprising:providing a hand-held power tool having an output shaft;selectively coupling an extension shaft to the output shaft, the extension shaft having a first end and a second end, the first end configured to couple to the output shaft of the hand-held power tool, and the second end configured to couple to a tool bit;coupling a first impeller to the extension shaft;providing a housing adjacent the first impeller; androtating the first impeller to generate a pressure differential sufficient to draw debris into the housing.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising coupling a second impeller to the extension shaft claim 1 , the rotation of which is configured to push debris away from an interface between the extension shaft and the hand-held power tool.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising coupling the attachment to a tool neck of the hand-held power tool.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein coupling the attachment to a tool neck comprises slidably engaging the attachment and the tool neck of the hand-held power tool.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising providing a labyrinth seal in a pathway between an exterior of the housing and an interface of the extension shaft and the hand-held ...

TWIST-HANDLED POWER TOOL WITH LOCKING SYSTEM

A power tool having first and second housing portions, a power train, a mounting hub, a lock bar and an actuator. The second housing portion is disposed about the first housing portion for pivoting motion about a pivot axis. The powertrain has an output member that extends from the second housing portion and which is movable relative to an output member axis. The mounting hub is coupled to one of the first and second housing portions. The lock bar is mounted to the other one of the first and second housing portions. The actuator is slidably received in the other one of the first and second housing portions and cooperates with the mounting hub to selectively permit the second housing portion to pivot about the pivot axis relative to the first housing portion. 1. A power tool comprising:a first housing portion;a second housing portion disposed about the first housing portion for pivoting motion about a pivot axis;a powertrain having an output member, the output member extending from the second housing portion and being movable relative to an output member axis;a mounting hub coupled to one of the first and second housing portions for movement along the pivot axis;a lock bar mounted to the other one of the first and second housing portions;a first set of stop members coupled to the mounting hub;a second set of stop members coupled to the lock bar;a spring biasing the mounting hub toward the lock bar to cause engagement of the first set of stop members with the second set of stop members;an actuator coupled to the other one of the first and second housing portions, the actuator being configured to move the mounting hub away from the lock bar such that the first set of stop members disengages the second set of stop members;wherein the second housing portion is inhibited from pivoting about the pivot axis relative to the first housing portion when the first set of stop members is engaged to the set of second stop members, and wherein the second housing portion is ...

Accumulator Assembly for a Battery of an Electric or Hybrid Vehicle, Provided with a Connecting Strut

An accumulator assembly comprising a plurality of electrical energy accumulator elements ( 12 ) superposed on a stacking axis and each comprising connecting electrodes ( 18, 20 ), wherein it comprises at least one electrically conductive spacer ( 22 ) arranged axially between the connecting electrodes of two adjacent accumulator elements and electrically linked to at least one of said elements, and at least one connecting plug ( 33 ) mounted inside a void ( 30 ) of the conductive spacer and linked to an electric cable ( 31 ) for a voltage measurement

Protector for electrochemical element

A system for protecting an electrochemical element from an external shock includes an electrochemical element, a bag-shaped aluminum laminate film configured to receive and entirely cover the electrochemical element, and a protector configured to cover the electrochemical element and the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film. The protector includes a frame having corners and a plurality of recesses disposed at an inner surface of the corners. When the electrochemical element is received in the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film and an interior of the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film is vacuumed, a plurality of wrinkled portions are formed at corners of the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film. The plurality of recesses of the protector are configured to receive the plurality of wrinkled portions of the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film such that portions of the protector other than the plurality of recesses are in intimate contact with the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film.

Terminal base of power supply device for electric vehicle

A terminal base of a power supply device for electric vehicle wherein electrical connection terminals on the vehicle body side can be easily connected to electrical connection terminals on the battery pack side. A base is provided with an opening for accepting an insulator board on which male-side terminals are held. The opening is provided with first lower and upper guides and with second lower and upper guides. A first edge of the insulator board is clamped by the first lower and upper guides from the lower and upper sides. A second edge opposed to the first edge of the insulator board is clamped by the second lower and upper guides from the lower and upper sides. In this manner, the insulator board is supported in a floating state. The tip of each of the male-side terminals is beveled for mating with the female-side terminals during connection.

Power supply device for electric vehicle

A battery pack includes a battery case for accommodating battery cells for mounting to and detaching from an electric vehicle. Male-side terminals are accommodated in a terminal base provided on the vehicle body side with battery side terminals being provided that are connected to the male-side terminals from above. An upper surface of the terminal base is formed with vehicle body side engagement parts with battery case side engagement parts being provided that are engaged with the vehicle body side engagement parts from above. The vehicle body side engagement parts are disposed at positions deviated to one side from the vehicle-width-directional center. The battery case side engagement parts are disposed at positions deviated to vehicle-width-directionally one side of the battery case, and are formed at vehicle-longitudinal-directionally both end portions of the battery case, in order that the battery case side engagement parts can fit the vehicle body side engagement parts.

Stationary electric power system and method for manufacturing stationary electric power system

A stationary electric power system including a low profile secondary battery that includes a battery body including an electric power generating element accommodated in an exterior package member. The low profile secondary battery includes a spacer disposed between the battery body and other battery body when the other battery body is stacked on the battery body. The spacer fixes the battery body in a predetermined position. The battery body and the spacer are connected with each other through an elastic body.

Unit rack for power storage and power storage apparatus comprising the same

Disclosed is a unit rack for power storage having a plurality of cell modules which are series- or parallel-connected with each other; a housing for accommodating the cell modules; a receiving part of a circuit breaker, formed or installed in the housing, and having a ground clearance higher than the highest ground clearance of the cell modules; a circuit breaker received in the receiving part and connected between the connection lines; and a receiving part cover for closing the receiving part of the circuit breaker.

POWER TOOL

A power tool comprising a hollow pole, a prime mover disposed at one end of the pole, a tool disposed at the other end of the pole, a transmission shaft rotatably disposed within the pole and configured to transmit torque from the prime mover to the tool, a joint mechanism configured to support the tool such that the tool is capable of rotating with respect to the pole, a lock mechanism configured to selectively lock and unlock the joint mechanism, and a clutch mechanism disposed on a pathway of torque transmission from the prime mover to the tool via the transmission shaft, and configured to selectively connect and disconnect the pathway of torque transmission. The lock and clutch mechanisms are coupled with each other such that the clutch mechanism disconnects the pathway of torque transmission when the lock mechanism unlocks the joint mechanism. 1. A power tool , comprising:a hollow pole;a prime mover disposed at one end of the hollow pole;a tool disposed at the other end of the hollow pole;a transmission shaft disposed within the hollow pole in a rotatable manner and configured to transmit torque from the prime mover to the tool;a joint mechanism configured to support the tool such that the tool is capable of rotating with respect to the hollow pole;a lock mechanism configured to selectively lock and unlock the joint mechanism; anda clutch mechanism disposed on a pathway of torque transmission from the prime mover to the tool via the transmission shaft, and configured to selectively connect and disconnect the pathway of torque transmission;wherein the lock mechanism and the clutch mechanism are coupled with each other such that the clutch mechanism disconnects the pathway of torque transmission when the lock mechanism unlocks the joint mechanism.2. The power tool as in claim 1 , whereinthe lock mechanism comprises a lock member configured to be capable of moving to at least a lock position and an unlock position,the lock mechanism is configured to lock the joint ...

Battery spill containment trays, battery spill containment systems, and methods of battery spill containment

Battery spill containment trays, battery spill containment systems, and methods of battery spill containment are provided. A spill containment system includes a tray mountable on a rack and including a support surface for supporting a device thereon; and an absorbent member removably installed on the tray below the support surface and configured to absorb a spilled substance of the device.

Battery pack case assembly for electric and hybrid vehicles using a plastic composite and method for manufacturing the same

Disclosed is a battery pack case assembly for an electric or hybrid vehicle and a method for manufacturing the same. The battery pack case assembly includes a case body and a cover. The case body receives a battery pack, and the cover is coupled to the case body. The case body is formed of a plastic composite in which a long fiber or a blend of a long fiber and a continuous fiber is used as a reinforcing fiber in a plastic matrix. A separate reinforced member is bonded to both side bracket parts for coupling to a vehicle body, and is formed of a plastic composite in which a long fiber, a continuous, or a blend of a long fiber and a continuous fiber is used as the reinforcing fiber in the plastic matrix.

Ultracapacitor and integrated battery combination

This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for a combined battery/capacitor energy storage device. In one aspect, the device includes a housing with an integrated battery housing portion, a capacitor housing portion, and a housing lid. A plurality of battery electrodes and electrolyte are contained directly within the integrated battery housing portion and are configured to form an integrated battery within the integrated battery housing portion. The capacitor is connected in parallel with the battery and contained within the capacitor housing portion. A first device terminal and a second device terminal extending through the housing.

ELECTRICAL TOOL

An electrical tool has a main body housing a motor and an operating member and a battery pack has an electrical cell and housing for providing electricity to the motor. The main body is provided with a first locking assembly configured to move in a reciprocating manner along a first direction and the battery pack is provided with a second locking assembly configured to move in reciprocating manner along a second direction for cooperating with the first locking assembly to provide a locking or unlocking condition. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction. 1. An electrical tool , comprising:a main body having a motor and an operating member; anda battery pack having an electrical cell and a housing for providing electricity to the motor;wherein the main body is provided with a first locking assembly configured to move in reciprocating manner along a first direction and the battery pack is provided with a second locking assembly configured to move along a second direction and to cooperate with the first locking assembly to provide a locking condition or unlocking condition and wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.2. The electrical tool according to claim 1 , comprising a first elastic member arranged between the main body and the first locking member for driving the first locking assembly to move in a reciprocating manner and wherein the second locking assembly is operable to move in a reciprocating manner.3. The electrical tool according to claim 2 , wherein the first elastic member is a helical spring.4. The electrical tool according to claim 2 , wherein the first locking assembly comprises a supporting plate for contacting the first elastic member and a latch formed under the supporting plate.5. The electrical tool according to claim 1 , wherein the battery pack comprises a second elastic member for driving the second locking assembly to move in reciprocating manner.6. The electrical tool according to claim 5 , ...

Electric storage system

An electric storage system is provided in which a protruding portion is provided in a lower portion of an outer wall surface of a submersion-prevention vessel accommodating a cell module, a fixing member for fixing the protruding portion is provided on a rear side of a top surface of a mounting base for mounting the submersion-prevention vessel, and a guide member that is formed so as to gradually expand in width toward a side opposite to a direction of slidably moving when mounting the submersion-prevention vessel is provided on both end portions of the fixing member.

Battery cover assembly for portable electronic device

A battery cover assembly for a portable electronic device includes a base body, a battery cover and an operating member. The base body defines a first groove, and a first block and a second block received in the first groove. The battery cover defines a second groove and a support frame integrally formed in the second groove. The support frame defines a through hole and a finger portion extending into the through hole. The operating member is attached to the battery cover, and includes a column and a projection formed at one side of the column, the column extending into the through hole, and the projection abutting against the finger portion. The operating member is slid to allow the battery cover to releasably latch to the base body.

Transport Securing Device for a Battery Unit

An apparatus having an electronics unit and a battery unit for energy supply of the electronics unit, wherein the battery unit has a first formed part, and wherein the electronics unit has a second formed part. The first and second formed parts are connectable with one another, wherein, by orienting, especially by rotating, the first formed part, respectively the second formed part, the first formed part and the second formed part are connectable with one another in different installed positions, and wherein the energy supply of the electronics unit occurs from the battery unit as a function of the installed position, in which the first formed part is connected with the second formed part.

HAND POWER TOOL

A hand power tool includes at least one drive unit, at least one housing, and at least one switchover element. The at least one drive unit is configured to drive an insert tool. The at least one housing at least partially encloses the drive unit. The at least one switchover element is configured to switch over a drive direction of the at least one drive unit. The at least one switchover element includes at least one actuating face that has at least two switching positions. The at least one actuating face is at least partially configured such that, when in the at least two switching positions, the at least one actuating face is at least substantially flush with the at least one housing. 1. A hand power tool comprising:at least one drive unit configured to drive an insert tool;at least one housing configured to at least partially enclose the drive unit; andat least one switchover element configured to switch over a drive direction of the at least one drive unit, the at least one switchover element including at least one actuating face that has at least two switching positions,wherein the at least one actuating face is at least partially configured such that, when in the at least two switching positions, the at least one actuating face is at least substantially flush with the at least one housing.2. The hand power tool according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one switchover element has at least one profiled region constituting at least a part of the at least one actuating face.3. The hand power tool according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one profiled region is configured to be at least substantially flush with the at least one housing.4. The hand power tool according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one switchover element includes at least one transmission element configured to transmit a switchover movement of the at least one switchover element to at least one switching unit.5. The hand power tool according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least one ...

Battery module of excellent structural stability

Disclosed herein is a middle or large-sized battery module having secondary batteries or unit modules, each of which has two or more secondary batteries mounted therein, stacked in a state in which the secondary batteries or the unit modules are erected vertically, the battery module including a base plate on which the secondary batteries or the unit modules are stacked in a vertically erected state, a pair of end plates disposed in tight contact with outer sides of the outermost unit modules or the outermost unit modules in a state in which the bottom of each of the end plates is fixed to the base plate, and supporting bars connected between opposite sides of upper parts or side parts of the end plates so as to interconnect and support the end plates, wherein the base plate is provided at opposite sides thereof with a pair of upward protrusions extending in a longitudinal direction of the base plate to prevent the base plate from being deformed due to vertical vibration and to disperse pressure (load), and opposite sides of the bottom of each of the unit modules are disposed at the top of the upward protrusions.

HANDLE BODY FOR PNEUMATIC TOOL

A pneumatic tool includes a handle body, an output unit having a driving head, a driving unit for driving the output unit, and a switching unit operable to change the rotational direction of the driving head. The handle body includes: a surrounding wall having a top surface and an axial space that has a central axis and that is adapted to permit the driving unit to be mounted therein; a mounting unit disposed at the top surface of the surrounding wall and adapted to permit the switching unit to be mounted therein; and a through hole formed vertically through the surrounding wall and in spatial communication with the axial space, the through hole being adapted to permit the output unit to be mounted therein. 1. A handle body adapted for use in a pneumatic tool , the pneumatic tool including an output unit having a driving head , a driving unit for driving the output unit , and a switching unit operable to change the rotational direction of the driving head , said handle body comprising:a surrounding wall having a top surface and defining an axial space that has a central axis and that is adapted to permit the driving unit to be mounted therein;a mounting unit disposed at said top surface of said surrounding wall and adapted to permit the switching unit to be mounted therein; anda through hole formed vertically through said surrounding wall and in spatial communication with said axial space, said through hole being adapted to permit the output unit to be mounted therein.2. The handle body as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a plate disposed fixedly on said top surface and adapted for confining the switching unit between said surrounding wall and said plate.3. A pneumatic tool comprising:a handle body including a surrounding wall having a top surface and an axial space that has a central axis, a mounting unit disposed at said top surface of said surrounding wall, and a through hole formed vertically through said surrounding wall and in spatial communication with ...

POWER TOOL

A power tool includes a chuck assembly having a driveline axis. A motor housing extends from an end cap portion to a drive end. The end cap portion includes an end cap bumper coupled to the end cap portion that extends radially outward with respect to the driveline axis. A handle extends from the motor housing along a handle axis and defines a battery receptacle. A mode selector ring is rotatably coupled to the housing assembly about the driveline axis between the chuck assembly and the motor housing drive end. The mode selector ring includes a drive end bumper extending radially outward with respect to the driveline axis. The power tool may rest upon a flat surface with only the end cap bumper and drive end bumper contacting the surface when a battery pack is inserted into the battery receptacle. 1. A power tool , comprising:a chuck assembly defining a driveline axis; a handle portion disposed along a handle axis and defining a battery receptacle, and', 'a motor housing portion including a side wall extending from an end cap portion to a drive end;, 'a housing assembly rotatably supporting the chuck assembly and including'}an end cap bumper coupled to the end cap portion adjacent the side wall and extending radially outward with respect to the driveline axis;a mode selector ring is rotatably coupled to the housing assembly about the driveline axis, between the chuck assembly and the motor housing portion drive end;a drive end bumper coupled to the mode selector ring and extending radially outward with respect to the driveline axis from the mode selector ring; anda battery pack at least partially received by the battery receptacle, the battery pack having a base portion including a battery bumper member extending radially outward from the handle axis, wherein a plane defined by the end cap bumper, the drive end bumper, and the battery bumper is not intersected by any other portion of the power tool.2. The power tool of claim 1 , wherein the mode selector ring is ...

TRANSMISSION HOUSING

A transmission housing, in particular for a hammer drill and/or percussion hammer, for accommodating a percussion mechanism includes at least one housing part and at least one cover part adjacent to the housing part. The cover part is configured to close off the transmission housing in a direction opposite to a percussion direction. 1. A transmission housing for accommodating a percussion mechanism , comprising:at least one housing part; andat least one cover part adjacent to the housing part, the cover part being configured to close off the transmission housing in a direction opposite to a percussion direction.2. The transmission housing according to claim 1 , wherein the housing part has a sealing surface configured to seal the housing part with the cover part claim 1 , the sealing surface having surface normals that claim 1 , with the percussion direction claim 1 , enclose an angle of between 0° and 80°.3. The transmission housing according to claim 1 , wherein the housing part is realized claim 1 , at least substantially claim 1 , in the form of a tube.4. The transmission housing according to claim 1 , wherein a circumferential surface of the housing part that is opposite a motor receiver of the housing part is realized in a closed manner.5. The transmission housing according to claim 1 , wherein the cover part is realized without bearing locations.6. The transmission housing according to claim 1 , wherein at least one housing profiling is disposed on an inside of the housing part in the percussion direction.7. The transmission housing according to claim 1 , further comprising a control unit disposed on the cover part.8. The transmission housing according to claim 7 , wherein the control unit is at least partially embedded in the cover part.9. The transmission housing according to claim 7 , wherein the control unit has one or more of at least one sensor and at least one actuator.10. A hand power tool claim 7 , comprising: at least one housing part; and', 'at ...

Electrical storage device

An electrical storage device includes a plurality of power-generating elements, a case, and a valve. The power-generating elements perform charge and discharge and are connected electrically in series. A plurality of housing sections each accommodate one of the plurality of power-generating elements and are disposed along a predetermined direction. A communication path switches from a closed state to an opened state depending on the internal pressure of the housing section. When the communication path is in the opened state, gas can be moved between two of the housing sections adjacent to each other in the predetermined direction. The valve is provided for a particular housing section and releases gas produced within the case to the outside of the case. The empty space other than the power-generating element is present in each of the housing sections, and the empty space in the particular housing section is the largest.

Handheld Power Tools with Triggers and Methods for Assembling Same

The housing assembly has a grip portion having a heightwise axis. The housing assembly includes a housing member having parallel upper and lower housing guide features spaced apart along the heightwise axis. The trigger member is mounted in the housing assembly to slide along a slide axis transverse to the heightwise axis. The trigger member includes parallel upper and lower trigger guide features spaced apart along the heightwise axis and mated with the upper and lower housing guide features. The upper and lower housing guide features and the upper and lower trigger guide features cooperate to limit the trigger member to a linear slide path relative to the housing assembly and inhibit cocking of the trigger member about a lateral axis transverse to each of the heightwise axis and the slide axis. 1. A handheld power tool comprising:a housing assembly having a grip portion having a heightwise axis, the housing assembly including a housing member having parallel upper and lower housing guide features spaced apart along the heightwise axis; anda trigger member mounted in the housing assembly to slide along a slide axis transverse to the heightwise axis, the trigger member including parallel upper and lower trigger guide features spaced apart along the heightwise axis and mated with the upper and lower housing guide features;wherein the upper and lower housing guide features and the upper and lower trigger guide features cooperate to limit the trigger member to a linear slide path relative to the housing assembly and inhibit cocking of the trigger member about a lateral axis transverse to each of the heightwise axis and the slide axis.2. The handheld power tool of wherein:the housing member is a first housing member;the housing assembly further includes a second housing member and the first and second housing members collectively define the grip portion; andthe trigger member is captured between and directly mounted on each of the first and second housing members.3. The ...

Electrochemical energy store having a plurality of electrochemical cells

In an electrochemical energy store having a multiplicity of electrochemical cells ( 2 ) and intermediate elements ( 7 - 17 ) between in each case two adjacent electrochemical cells or between an electrochemical cell and a housing wall, said intermediate elements are composed of an extinguishing agent or an extinguishing agent additive or comprise or have an extinguishing agent or an extinguishing agent additive.

POWER TOOL

A power tool includes: a handle housing housing a battery and having a first grip part; a motor driven by electric power of the battery; a power transmission system; a main housing housing the handle housing, the motor and the power transmission system and having a second grip part; and a turning mechanism turnably connected at a rear end part of the main housing and a front end part of the handle housing. The power tool is operable at least in a state that the main housing and the handle housing are disposed straight and a state that they are disposed to be folded. In the folded state, the second grip part is positioned in front of the first grip part in an axial direction of the main housing. A trigger and a forward/reverse switch that control the rotation of the motor are disposed on the handle housing side. 1. A power tool comprising:a handle housing that houses a battery and has a first grip part;a motor that is driven by electric power of the battery;an output shaft to which a tip tool is attached;a power transmission system that transmits rotative force of the motor to the output shaft;a main housing that houses the motor and the power transmission system and has a second grip part; anda turning mechanism that turnably connects a rear end part of the main housing to a front end part of the handle housing,the power tool being operable at least in either one of a state that the main housing and the handle housing are disposed straight and a state that the main housing and the handle housing are disposed to be folded,wherein, in the state that the handle housing is folded, the second grip part is positioned in front of the first grip part in an axial direction of the main housing.2. The power tool according to claim 1 ,wherein a switch and a trigger that control rotation of the motor are provided in the rear of the turning mechanism of the handle housing.3. The power tool according to claim 1 ,wherein the first and second grip parts are formed of a material ...

Power supply device, vehicle and electric power storage device including power supply device, and battery cell

A power supply device includes a battery block that includes battery cells, and fasteners that securely hold the battery block. Each of the cells includes an exterior container, a wound electrode, a sealing plate, and a connector. The container has a rectangular exterior shape, and opens on one face. The electrode includes electrode and separator sheets that are wound so that the electrode and separator sheets are alternately superposed on each other. The sealing plate closes the opening of the container. The connector is fastened to the sealing plate and electrically connected to the electrode. The electrode has a thickness smaller than the opening width of the container. The electrode is suspended by connectors so that the electrode is spaced away from the bottom of the container. The fastener securely holds the battery block so that the electrodes are interposed between the interior surfaces of the containers.

Battery case structure for motorcycle

A battery case structure for a motorcycle can include a battery case for storing therein a battery to be mounted in a motorcycle, and a starter relay and a fuse box as related parts which can be connected to the battery. A starter relay mounting portion and a fuse box mounting portion in which the starter relay and the fuse box are disposed relative to the battery case are provided. A sub-case is disposed near the battery on an inside of a battery case main unit. The sub-case includes the starter relay mounting portion and the fuse box mounting portion.

POWER TOOL

A power tool includes a case and a motor installed within the case. The motor has a motor housing and a rotor with shaft. A gear train having a gear train housing and a speed reduction mechanism is installed within the gear train housing and connected to the shaft of the motor. The motor housing and the gear train housing are integrally formed as a common housing and fixed relative to the case. 1. A power tool comprising:a case;a motor installed within the case, the motor comprising a motor housing and a rotor including a motor shaft;a gear train comprising a gear train housing and a speed reduction mechanism installed within the gear train housing and connected to the motor shaft;wherein the motor housing and the gear train housing are integrally formed as a common housing having a single piece monolithic construction and fixed relative to the case, the common housing having a motor end remote from the gear train and a gear train end remote from the motor;a fan is fixed to the rotor and located within the common housing;inner and outer bearing brackets are fixed to the common housing to support the rotor via bearings, the fan being axially located between the inner and outer bearing brackets, the outer bearing bracket closing the motor end of the common housing and having vents for passage of air drawn in by the fan to cool the motor; andthe motor further comprising one of a brush card and a circuit board fixed to the inner bearing bracket.2. The power tool of claim 1 , wherein the common housing defines radial openings to radially expose the fan.3. The power tool of claim 1 , wherein the motor is a brush motor having brushes and a commutator claim 1 , and the motor housing defines radial openings to expose the brushes claim 1 , commutator claim 1 , and the fan.4. The power tool of claim 1 , wherein a pair of power leads arranged to provide power to the one of a brush card and a circuit board of the motor extends through a radial opening of the motor housing to ...

Warning and preparatory system for a portable device

The disclosure is directed at a system and method for preparing a device for power loss when the presence of a component cover is not sensed. The system includes a component cover with a detection portion; a sensor adapted to detect the presence of the detection portion in the component cover; and a processor able to receive information from the sensor and to prepare the mobile device for power loss.

Battery systems for person support apparatus

A system for removably mounting at least one battery on a person support apparatus is disclosed. Various latching mechanisms and locations for mounting are disclosed. A recharging station for recharging the battery is disclosed.

Articulating Drill with Integrated Circuit Board and Method of Operation

The present invention is an articulating hand power tool with a main housing having a longitudinal axis, a head portion rotatably engaged with the main housing for placement at a plurality of angles with respect to the longitudinal axis of the main housing, an integrated circuit board located within the main housing and at least one controller accessible from outside of the main housing for controlling the integrated circuit board. 120-. (canceled)21. An articulating hand power tool , comprising:a main housing having a longitudinal axis;a head portion rotatably engaged with the main housing so as to rotate within a plane which includes the longitudinal axis and configured for placement at a plurality of angles with respect to the longitudinal axis;a motor within the main housing and having a first maximum height along the longitudinal axis;an integrated circuit board located within the main housing and having a second maximum height along the longitudinal axis, wherein the second maximum height is greater than the first maximum height; anda plurality of controllers accessible from outside of the main housing for controlling the integrated circuit board, each of the plurality of controllers offset from each of the other of the plurality of controllers along the longitudinal axis.22. The articulating hand power tool of claim 21 , wherein each of the plurality of controllers lies within the plane.23. The articulating hand power tool of claim 22 , wherein the plurality of controllers comprise:a reversing button;a trigger switch; anda clutch control.24. The articulating hand power tool of claim 23 , wherein:the integrated circuit board includes a linear potentiometer; andthe clutch control is operably connected to the linear potentiometer.25. The articulating hand power tool of claim 23 , wherein:the integrated circuit board includes a light sensor; andthe trigger switch is configured to vary the amount of light received by the light sensor.26. The articulating hand ...

ELECTRIC TOOLS

An electric tool may include a tubular housing, a motor disposed within the housing, and a tool holder rotatably driven by the motor and capable of holding an end tool. A shoe may be supported by the housing and may determine a protruding length of the end tool from one end of the housing. A battery mount portion may be disposed at the other end of the housing. The battery may be mounted to the battery mount portion as the battery is slid relative to the battery mount portion along a direction intersecting the extending direction of the housing. 1. An electric tool comprising:a tubular housing extending along a first direction;a motor disposed within the housing;a tool holder capable of being rotatably driven by the motor and configured to hold an end tool, so that the tool holder protrudes outside from a first end of the housing;a shoe supported by the housing and configured to determine a protruding length of the end tool held by the tool holder; anda battery mount portion disposed at a second end opposite to the first end of the housing;wherein the battery is mounted to the battery mount portion as the battery is slid along a second direction relative to the battery mount portion, the second direction intersecting the first direction.2. The electric tool according to claim 1 , wherein the shoe is movable in the first direction for changing the position relative to the housing.3. The electric tool according to claim 1 , further comprising:a lock device configured to prevent rotation of the tool holder relative to the housing; anda shoe fixing device configured to fix the shoe in position relative to the housing;wherein the lock device and the shoe fixing device are arranged at positions symmetrical with each other with respect to a central axis of the housing; andthe central axis of the housing extends along the first direction.4. The electric tool according to claim 3 , wherein the lock device and the shoe fixing device are arranged along a third direction that ...

Safety device for battery pack

Disclosed herein is a safety device mounted at one side of a battery pack including two or more battery cells or at least one battery module such that the safety device is first short-circuited when a needle type object penetrates the battery pack to secure safety of the battery pack, the safety device including a pair of conductive sheets spaced apart from each other, an electrically insulative housing to surround outsides of the conductive sheets excluding fronts of the conductive sheets in a state in which the conductive sheets are inserted and mounted in the housing, a sealing member to cover the fronts of the conductive sheets, and a connection member to connect the conductive sheets to a cathode and an anode of one of battery cells constituting the battery module.

HOUSING FOR POWER TOOL

A tool apparatus includes a substructure at least partially enclosing an electric motor, the electric motor in selective electric communication with a battery, a tool head in mechanical connection with the electric motor, a tool housing defining an inner cavity, wherein the housing is structured to receive the substructure within the inner cavity, and a superstructure having an inner taper configured to receive an outer taper of the tool housing to retain the tool housing relative to the substructure. 1. A system , comprising:a substructure including an inner surface that defines an inner cavity structured to receive an electric motor;a tool housing including a coupled first half and second half that define an inner portion, wherein the substructure is disposed within the inner portion; anda superstructure including an inner taper that interfaces with an outer taper of the first half of the tool housing and an outer taper of the second half of the tool housing to prevent or resist radially outward movement of the first and second halves of the tool housing from the substructure.2. The system of claim 1 , further including a rib extending from at least one of the inner portion of the tool housing and an outer surface of the substructure claim 1 , and a channel located in at least one of the other of the inner portion of the tool housing and the outer surface of the substructure claim 1 , wherein the substructure is received by the inner portion of the housing such that the rib resides in the channel.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the substructure includes an axially extending threaded portion and the system further comprises a nut threaded to the threaded portion to compress the inner taper against the outer taper.4. The system of claim 1 , comprising a tool head in mechanical communication with an output of the electric motor.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the tool head comprises a ratchet.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the motor and tool head are ...

POWER TOOL HOUSING CONSTRUCTION

An apparatus is disclosed including a motor housing structured to receive at least a portion of an electric motor, a tool housing including a first half and a second half, wherein the tool housing defines an end taper, a tool attachment in mechanical communication with the electric motor, and a retention member including an inner taper structured to interface with the end taper of the tool housing to resist relative motion between the tool housing and the motor housing. 1. A system , comprising:a substructure including an inner surface that defines an inner cavity structured to receive an electric motor;a tool housing including coupled first and second halves that define an inner portion; anda superstructure including an inner taper that interfaces with an outer taper of the first and second halves of the tool housing to prevent or resist radially outward movement of the first and second halves of the tool housing from the substructure.2. The system of claim 1 , comprisinga rib extending from at least one of the inner portion of the tool housing and an outer surface of the substructure, and a channel located in at least one of the other of the inner portion of the tool housing and the outer surface of the substructure;wherein the substructure is received by the inner portion of the housing such that the rib resides in the channel to prevent or resist relative axial movement between the tool housing and the tool substructure.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the substructure includes an axially extending threaded portion and the system further comprises a nut threaded to the threaded portion to compress the inner taper against the outer taper.4. The system of claim 1 , comprising a tool head in mechanical communication with an output of the electric motor.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the motor and tool head are configured to selectively operate in an electrically powered mode and a manually powered mode.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the substructure ...

ROTATABLE LEVER STRUCTURE OF A PNEUMATIC TOOL AND PNEUMATIC TOOL INCLUDING THE SAME

A rotatable lever structure of a pneumatic tool and a pneumatic tool including the same are provided. The rotatable lever structure is mounted to a main body of the pneumatic tool. The main body has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is arranged with a lever and an entrance passage for pressurized air. A connection mechanism is detachably mounted to the second portion, and the first portion and the second portion are relatively rotatably connected via the connection mechanism. Whereby, the lever can be selectively rotated relative to the second portion, and is easy to use and less limited for various working environments. 1. A rotatable lever structure of a pneumatic tool , adapted to be mounted to a main body of the pneumatic tool , the main body having a first portion and a second portion , the first portion arranged with a lever and an entrance passage for pressurized air , a connection mechanism detachably mounted to the second portion , and the first portion and the second portion are relatively rotatably connected via the connection mechanism.2. The rotatable lever structure of claim 1 , wherein the first portion is arranged further with an exhaust passage for the pressurized air claim 1 , an outer circumferential surface of one end of the first portion is formed with an annular groove claim 1 , and the connection mechanism is partially radially blocked in the annular groove so that the first portion and the second portion are relatively rotatably connected.3. The rotatable lever structure of claim 2 , wherein the second portion include a cylinder claim 2 , at least one pair of first through holes radially penetrate a circumferential wall of one end of the cylinder claim 2 , and the connection mechanism includes at least one insert disposed through the first through holes and partially radially blocked in the annular groove.4. The rotatable lever structure of claim 3 , wherein the second portion further includes a sleeve disposed around ...

Portable electronic device and battery fixing mechanism

A portable electronic device includes a main body, a battery, and a battery fixing mechanism including a button disposed through a button hole of the main body, first and second rod members, a first linkage rod pivoted to the first rod member and disposed in an oblique slot of the button, first and second transverse elastic members, and a rail member having transverse, oblique, and incurve rails. When a protruding rod of the first rod member moves in the transverse, oblique, or incurve rail, the rail member moves longitudinally to make the first rod member move transversely to be engaged with or separated from a first fixing hole of the battery. The first and second transverse elastic members are respectively disposed on the first and second rod members. The second rod member abuts against the first rod member for pushing the first rod member when the button is pressed.

Battery assembly for an electronic device

Systems and methods ( 1200, 1300 ) for attaching/detaching a battery assembly ( 106 ) from an electronic device. The battery assembly comprises top and bottom covers ( 112, 304 ) coupled together. First latches ( 206 a, 206 b ) protrude out and away from a first end edge portion of the top cover. The first latches rotate into latching engagement with first latch surfaces ( 402 ) of the electronic device ( 100 ). Second latches ( 302 a, 302 b ) protrude out and away from a second end edge portion of the bottom cover which is opposed from the first end edge portion of the top cover. The second latches snap into latching engagement with second latch surfaces ( 308 a, 308 b ) of the electronic device. Dual-action buttons ( 110 a, 110 b ) facilitate the latching engagement/disengagement of the second latches to/from the electronic device. The first and second latches facilitate a deflection of the battery assembly towards the electronic device when the battery assembly is attached thereto.

Electric storage apparatus

Provided is an electric storage apparatus including: a first external housing for holding at least one storage device that includes a first vertical wall portion for surrounding at least one electric storage device; and a second external housing including a second vertical wall portion for surrounding the first vertical wall portion and an open portion formed at an upper end. An outer surface of the first vertical wall portion is an inclined surface that is inclined to the second vertical wall portion, and one of an outer surface of the first vertical wall portion and an inner surface of the second vertical wall portion includes a protrusion portion that protrudes toward the other.

Battery assembling apparatus and battery assembly manufacturing method

A battery assembling apparatus of one aspect of the invention comprises: first and second rotary tables arranged to face each other at points on respective outer circumferences and rotate in forward directions relative to each other; a battery holding part provided on the outer circumference of the first rotary table to hold a battery; a frame holding part provided on the outer circumference of the second rotary table to hold a frame; a battery supplying part for supplying batteries to the battery holding part at a position different from a facing position between the first and second rotary tables; a frame supplying part for supplying frames to the frame holding part at a position different from the facing position; and a discharging part for taking out an assembly of a battery and a frame assembled together from the facing position, the first and second rotary tables being rotated with a rotation speed ratio and in a phase relationship such that the battery holding part and the frame holding part face each other every time at the facing position. Accordingly, the batteries and the frames for accommodating the cells can be accurately assembled with high productivity.

ELECTRIC POWER TOOL WITH TWO OR MORE BATTERY UNITS AND ELECTRIC POWER TOOL ARRANGEMENT COMPRISING SUCH AN ELECTRIC POWER TOOL AND A VOLTAGE CONVERTER UNIT

The invention refers to an electric power tool () comprising a housing (), an electric motor () located inside the housing (), a working element () protruding from the housing (), wherein the electric motor () is connected to the working element () in order to impose a rotational and/or an eccentric working movement () to the working element (), and two or more battery units () adapted to provide electric energy to the electric motor () for its operation. It is suggested that one of the battery units is an external battery unit () provided separately from the rest of the electric power tool () and releasably attachable and electrically connectable to the rest of the electric power tool (), and the at least one other battery unit is an internal battery unit () fixedly located inside the housing () and electrically connected to the rest of the electric power tool (). 1. Electric power tool comprising:an external housing,an electric motor located inside the housing,a working element protruding from the housing,wherein the electric motor is connected to the working element in order to impose a rotational and/or an eccentric working movement to the working element, andtwo or more battery units adapted to provide electric energy to the electric motor for its operation,whereinone of the two or more battery units is an external battery unit provided separately from the rest of the electric power tool and releasably attachable and electrically connectable to the rest of the electric power tool, andat least one other battery unit of the two or more battery units is an internal battery unit fixedly located inside the external housing and electrically connected to the rest of the electric power tool.2. Electric power tool according to claim 1 , wherein the external battery unit and the internal battery unit are located in the same horizontal plane extending parallel to a longitudinal extension of the external housing.3. Electric power tool according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

Operating Device With Handle And Motorized Working Apparatus

A hand-guided motorized working apparatus and an operating device for the apparatus are provided. The operating device has a handle shank configured to be hand-gripped, an operating element receiving region adjoining the handle shank, and an operating unit which acts on the apparatus operation and includes an operating element which is held movably on the operating element receiving region for actuation by a finger of a hand gripping the handle shank, and has a finger rest region extending along an outer side of the operating element receiving region. In the operating device, the operating element is a pivot operating lever which is held on the operating element receiving region so as to be pivotable about a pivot axis, wherein the pivot axis extends with a main direction component perpendicular to a shank longitudinal axis of the handle shank, and wherein the finger rest region, in a longitudinal extension along the outer side of the operating element receiving region, has a bent and/or angled course with a circumferential direction component and an axial direction component. 1. An operating device for a hand-guided motorized working apparatus , comprising:a handle with a handle shank configured to be hand-gripped;an operating element receiving region adjoining the handle shank; andan operating unit which acts on the apparatus operation and comprises an operating element which is held movably on the operating element receiving region for actuation by a finger of a hand gripping the handle shank, and comprises a finger rest region extending along an outer side of the operating element receiving region,whereinthe operating element is a pivot operating lever which is held on the operating element receiving region so as to be pivotable about a pivot axis,the pivot axis extends with a main direction component perpendicular to a shank longitudinal axis of the handle shank, andthe finger rest region, in a longitudinal extension along the outer side of the operating ...

APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR MAGNETIC STABILIZATION OF HANDHELD POWER TOOLS

Handheld power tools are adapted for magnetic stabilization based on the incorporation of one or more permanent magnets in a base thereof. One or more permanent magnets may be incorporated into the base of a handheld power tool (or a detachable rechargeable battery base) such that when the base is contacted with an inclined steel roof panel, a magnetic force is applied that is sufficient to secure the handheld power tool in an upright and non-operational configuration. The distal region of the base may include a spacer formed from a compliant material to provide a spatial offset between the one or more permanent magnets and a surface with which the base is contacted. In some example embodiments, a rechargeable battery pack may include one or more permanent magnets that are capable of supporting the weight of an associated charger when the battery pack is contacted with a vertical steel surface. 1. A handheld power tool for use during installation of metal roofing , said handheld power tool comprising:a functional tool portion;a handle portion extending from said functional tool portion in a distalward direction; anda base connected to said handle portion for standing said handheld power tool in an upright and non-operational configuration when not in use;one or more permanent magnets secured to said base at a distal region thereof; andwherein said one or more permanent magnets are provided such that when a distal surface of said base is contacted with a surface of a type SS grade 33 steel roof panel having a thickness between 1.59 mm and 0.317 mm and an inclination of at least 10 degrees relative to a horizontal direction that is perpendicular to gravity, a magnetic force is applied between said base and the surface that is sufficient to secure and stabilize said handheld power tool in the upright and non-operational configuration relative to the surface of the steel roof panel; andwherein said base is configured to prevent scratching of the surface of the steel ...

Housing device

A housing device includes a first housing part and a second housing part arranged at different heights, each housing part to house a storage battery, and a first guide and a second guide to assist insertion of the storage battery into a respective one of the first housing part and the second housing part. The first guide and the second guide assist the insertion of the storage batteries in different respective manners.

Curable compositions, articles therefrom, and methods of making and using same

A curable composition includes a polyol component comprising one or more polyols; a functional butadiene component; and a thermally conductive filler. The thermally conductive filler is present in an amount of at least 20 wt. %, based on the total weight of the curable composition. The curable composition has, upon curing, a thermal conductivity of at least 0.5 W/(mK).

BATTERY RACK AND POWER STORAGE DEVICE COMPRISING SAME

A battery rack includes a plurality of battery modules stacked on each other in a vertical direction; a rack case configured to accommodate the plurality of battery modules; and at least one firewall provided to at least one of both side surfaces of the rack case to prevent flame and heat from propagating toward an adjacent battery rack when a fire occurs. 1. A battery rack , comprising:a plurality of battery modules stacked on each other in a vertical direction;a rack case configured to accommodate the plurality of battery modules; andat least one firewall provided to at least one side surface of the rack case to prevent flame and heat from propagating toward an adjacent battery rack when a fire occurs.2. The battery rack according to claim 1 , wherein the battery rack is provided in plural claim 1 ,wherein the plurality of battery racks are stacked in a horizontal direction, andwherein the firewall is disposed between the plurality of battery racks along the horizontal direction, respectively.3. The battery rack according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one firewall is provided in a plate shape to cover all side surfaces of the plurality of battery modules along the vertical direction.4. The battery rack according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one firewall is fixed to both the rack case and the plurality of battery modules.5. The battery rack according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one firewall is fixed to the rack case and the plurality of battery modules by screwing using fastening members.6. The battery rack according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one firewall includes:at least one case coupling portion for coupling with the rack case; andat least one module coupling portion for coupling with the plurality of battery modules.7. The battery rack according to claim 6 , wherein the at least one case coupling portion is a plurality of case coupling portions claim 6 , andwherein the plurality of case coupling portions are disposed to be spaced apart ...

BATTERY CONTAINMENT SYSTEM

A battery containment system is provided that includes a unitary battery tray having a bottom and walls that from the bottom of said tray and defining a cavity within the tray. A cover is includes having a cover body portion and a first flange extending from the cover body portion, the cover body portion configured to overlie the cavity within the tray and the walls of the tray, the first flange of said cover configured to extend beyond the walls of the tray. A shield having a shield body portion and a second flange extending from the shield body portion, the shield body portion is configured to underlie the bottom of the tray, the second flange of the shield is configured to extend beyond the bottom of the tray and configured to engage the first flange of the cover. 1. A battery containment system comprising:a unitary battery tray having a bottom and a plurality of walls including a first side wall, a second side wall, a first end wall, and a second end wall, the plurality of walls extending from the bottom of said tray and defining a cavity within said tray;a cover having a cover body portion and a first flange extending from the cover body portion, the cover body portion configured to overlie the cavity within said tray and the plurality of walls of said tray, the first flange of said cover configured to extend beyond the plurality of walls of said tray; anda shield having a shield body portion and a second flange extending from the shield body portion, the shield body portion configured to underlie the bottom of said tray, the second flange of said shield configured to extend beyond the bottom of said tray and configured to engage the first flange of said cover.2. The battery containment system of further comprising at least one energy absorption component attached to the bottom of said tray external to and along at least one of the first side wall claim 1 , first end wall claim 1 , the second side wall claim 1 , and second end wall.3. The battery containment ...

MALE CONNECTOR, AND ACCOMMODATING DEVICE COMPRISING SAME

The present invention relates to a male connector and to an accommodating device. The male connector comprises a plurality of male terminals and a support base. The plurality of male terminals are connected to a plurality of female terminals. The support base holds the plurality of male terminals with spacing therebetween in a line-up direction. The plurality of male terminals protrude upwards from an upper surface of the support base. An incline section is formed on the upper surface of the support base, said incline section having a height difference in an intersecting direction that intersects a plane including the protrusion direction and the line-up direction of the plurality of male terminals. 1. A male connector comprising a plurality of male terminals connected to a plurality of female terminals , wherein the female terminals and the male terminals are connected and transmit electric power or a signal ,the male connector further comprising a support configured to support the male terminals disposed at intervals in an arrangement direction,wherein the male terminals protrude upward from an upper surface of the support, andthe upper surface of the support is formed with an inclined portion having a height difference in a crossing direction that crosses a plane that contains the arrangement direction and a protruding direction in which the male terminals protrude.2. The male connector according to claim 1 , wherein the inclined portion is formed to slope down from one end side to another end side of the crossing direction in a gap between the male terminals that are adjacent to each other in the arrangement direction.3. The male connector according to claim 1 , wherein the inclined portion is formed to slope down from an inner side to an outer side of the crossing direction in a gap between the male terminals that are adjacent to each other in the arrangement direction.4. An accommodating device comprising a male connector that includes a plurality of male ...

CONNECTION ASSEMBLY FOR A HAND-OPERATED MACHINE TOOL AND HAND-OPERATED MACHINE TOOL

A connection assembly for connecting a tool head and a further machine module of a machine tool, in particular a surface finishing machine, wherein the connection assembly () includes at least two connection parts following one another along a longitudinal axis and each having a connection section via which the connection parts are connectable to one another. 1. Connection assembly for connecting a tool head and a further machine module of a machine tool , wherein the connection assembly comprises at least two connection parts following one another along a longitudinal axis and each having a connection section via which the connection parts are connectable to one another , wherein the connection sections each delimit an inner cross section to the outside , wherein inside the respective cross section an electrical plug connector , a mechanical clamping element and a connection opening to a flow channel formed in the respective connection part are provided in such a way that when the connection sections are plugged together , the clamping elements engage behind one another and the plug connectors and/or the connection openings are respectively connected to one another.2. Connection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the connection parts are detachably connectable to each other.3. Connection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the clamping element is arranged substantially centrally within the cross section.4. Connection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the plug connector is arranged on one side of the clamping element and in that the connection opening of the flow channel is arranged on the side of the clamping element facing away from the plug connector.5. Connection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the connection sections each have a single-part or multi-part sheathing which encloses the respective connection parts sectionally.6. Connection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein one of the connection sections has a collar projecting parallel ...

LID FOR A BATTERY MODULE, BATTERY MODULE ARRANGEMENT AND BATTERY

The present invention relates to a lid for a battery module, in particular in an electric vehicle, comprising a cover section for pole-side attachment of the lid to the battery module, and tabs which are provided at opposite ends of the cover section, are arranged inclined relative to the cover section and, in a state in which the lid is installed on the battery module, extend from the cover section in a direction pointing away from the battery module. 1: A lid for a battery module , comprising a cover section for pole-side attachment of the lid to the battery module , and tabs which are provided at opposite ends of the cover section , arranged inclined relative to the cover section and , in a state in which the lid is configured to be installed on the battery module , extend from the cover section in a direction pointing away from the battery module.2: The lid according to claim 1 , wherein the tabs each form a flange claim 1 , in particular for attaching the cover to a carrier structure of at least one of: a battery and a further cover of a battery module.3: The lid according to claim 1 , wherein the tabs have at least one connecting element which is complementary to a mounting tool claim 1 , wherein the at least one connecting element is configured to mechanically connect the lid to the mounting tool in a detachable fashion.4: The lid according to claim 3 , wherein the at least one connecting element is a through-opening which passes through the tabs.5: The lid according to claim 1 , wherein the tabs extend along a longitudinal side of at least one of: the lid and the battery module.6: The lid according to claim 1 , wherein in the state in which the lid is mounted on the battery module the tabs project beyond the battery module along a transverse direction of at least one of: the lid and the battery module on at least one side.7: The lid according to claim 1 , wherein in the state in which it is mounted on the battery module claim 1 , a width of the lid along a ...

NON-SEALED APPARATUS FOR BATTERIES WITH A CONTAINMENT STRUCTURE FOR GASSES

A non-sealed apparatus for batteries with a containment structure for gasses that includes a battery enclosure with an upper portion and a lower portion. The apparatus further includes a plurality of batteries disposed in a lower portion of the battery enclosure. The apparatus has at least one battery containment structure disposed in an upper portion of the battery enclosure, which is configured to move downward thereby sealing the plurality of batteries upon a condition. Further, a transfer channel assembly is provided within the battery enclosure and configured to transfer and/or contain gases emitted by the plurality of batteries upon the condition. The apparatus also has at least one fan configured to circulate the air in and out of the battery enclosure through the first perforated opening and the second perforated opening. 1. A non-sealed apparatus for batteries , the apparatus comprising:a battery enclosure with an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the battery enclosure has a first perforated opening and a second perforated opening;a plurality of batteries disposed in the lower portion of the battery enclosure;a battery containment structure disposed in the upper portion of the battery enclosure positioned vertically over a portion of the plurality of batteries, the battery containment structure comprising an activator and two or more separators, the battery containment structure further comprising a sealing surface configured to seal the portion of the plurality of batteries by the application of a pressing force from the activator in a direction perpendicular to a bottom surface of the battery enclosure;a transfer channel assembly disposed within the battery enclosure and configured to transfer and/or contain gases emitted by the plurality of batteries upon the condition; andat least one fan configured to circulate air in and out of the battery enclosure through the first perforated opening and the second perforated opening.2. The apparatus ...

Battery, power consumption device, method and device for preparing a battery

Embodiments of the present application provide a battery. The battery includes: a battery cell comprising a pressure relief mechanism, the pressure relief mechanism being arranged in a first wall of the battery cell and the pressure relief mechanism being configured, when an internal pressure or temperature of the battery cell reaches a threshold, to be actuated to release the internal pressure; and a thermal management component for containing a fluid to adjust the temperature of the battery cell; wherein a first surface of the thermal management component is attached to the first wall, and the thermal management component is configured to be capable of being damaged when the pressure relief mechanism is actuated, so that the fluid is discharged from inside of the thermal management component. According to the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the safety of the battery can be enhanced.

Wearable and replaceable pouch or skin for holding a portable battery pack

A wearable pouch operable to hold at least one portable battery pack and other power or communications equipment. The wearable pouch includes a main body with a front side, a back side opposite the front side, at least one sealable opening, and at least one opening for at least one lead from the at least one portable battery pack secured within the wearable pouch.

INTELLIGENCE AC TO DC MAXIMUM POWER MANAGEMENT METHOD OF A BATTERY CHARGER

An intelligence AC to DC maximum power charging management method of a battery includes providing a battery charger having a power conversion unit coupled to a charging control device, which contains a micro-controller, a voltage detection unit, a current detection unit, a temperature sensor, and a communication port, and providing a battery pack electrically connected to the battery charger enabling the charging controller to provide charging management for the battery pack, wherein the micro-controller can calculate charging power through received battery voltage, battery charger current, and temperature of the battery charger and tracking the maximum output charging power. 1. An AC to DC power management method of a battery charger , comprising: a power conversion unit; and', a microcontroller;', 'a voltage detecting unit electrically connected to the microcontroller;', 'a current detecting unit electrically connected to the microcontroller;', 'a temperature detecting unit electrically connected to the microcontroller; and', 'a communication port electrically connected to the microcontroller;, 'wherein the charging control device includes, 'a charging control device electrically connected to the power conversion unit;'}], 'providing a charger includingproviding a battery pack electrically connected to the charging control device, enabling the charging control device to provide power management for the battery pack, where the battery pack provide battery parameters to the microcontroller through the communication port; andwherein the microcontroller can calculate charging power through received battery voltage, charger current, and temperature of the charger for an instant maximum output charging power tracking.2. The AC to DC power management method of a battery charger of claim 1 , wherein the instant maximum output charging power tracking is accomplished through detecting the battery voltage claim 1 , feeding the battery voltage into a logic unit of the ...

Central Connector for Vehicles Having a High-Voltage Accumulator

Please replace the original Abstract with the following new Abstract: A vehicle has a body and a high-voltage accumulator, which is attached to the body via fastening elements, and at least one central connector, which is different from the fastening elements and which is designed to support the body on the high-voltage accumulator. The central connector has a rubber mount with a threaded sleeve, which has a cylindrical wall with an internal thread and an external thread. The external thread is engaged with a compensation bushing. A screw element for connecting the body and rubber mount is screwed into the internal thread, and the rubber mount extends between the body and the high-voltage accumulator. 110.-. (canceled)11. A vehicle , comprising:a body;a high-voltage accumulator which is attached to the body by way of fastening elements; andat least one central connector, which differs from said fastening elements and which, for supporting the body, is configured on the high-voltage accumulator,wherein the central connector has a rubber mount with a threaded sleeve which has a cylindrically shaped wall with an internal thread and an external thread,wherein the external thread engages with a compensation bushing,wherein a screw element for connecting the body and the rubber mount is screwed into the internal thread, andwherein the rubber mount extends between the body and the high-voltage accumulator.12. The vehicle according to claim 11 , whereinthe screw element engages through an opening of the compensation bushing, andthe opening has a circlip which bears on the screw element.13. The vehicle according to claim 11 , whereinthe internal thread and the external thread have opposite threaded directions.14. The vehicle according to claim 11 , further comprising:a base plate, whereinthe rubber mount is fixedly connected to the high-voltage accumulator by way of the base plate, andthe threaded sleeve is connected to the base plate by way of a rubber element.15. The ...

Battery enclosures in electronic devices

Battery enclosures and electronic devices having a battery enclosure are described herein. In one example, a battery enclosure includes a shell, a battery positioned within an internal volume of the shell, and a fire-retardant composition positioned on an outer surface of the shell, a first inner surface of the shell, between the first inner surface of the shell and the battery, or a combination thereof. In certain examples, the shell and/or fire-retardant composition are configured to provide a thermal seal or protection barrier between components (e.g., a battery) positioned within the battery enclosure and components of the electronic device positioned outside of the battery enclosure.

Regulated power sources

Disclosed herein are regulated power supplies. The power source delivers power to a system load and includes battery units. The power source also includes power flow devices coupled to the battery units that are configured to provide power from the battery units to the system load. Each power flow device corresponds to a respective one of the battery units, and includes a one direction current flow device connected in series with a current regulator between the respective battery unit and the system load.

POWER STORAGE DEVICE

A power storage device includes a pair of holding plates, several ribs and thin-walled portions. The ribs includes first ribs inclined to an extending direction of a first edge and an extending direction of a second edge and extending along straight lines connecting first engaging portions and second engaging portions, and second ribs extending along a facing direction in which the first edge and the second edge face each other. At least first ribs extend in different directions from each other and form an intersection where the at least two first ribs intersect with each other. At least one of the second ribs has opposite ends connected to the first ribs intersecting with each other. 1. A power storage device comprising:a plurality of power storage modules that are stacked;a pair of holding plates between which the plurality of power storage modules is held in a stacking direction; anda plurality of connecting members connecting the pair of holding plates, and configured to apply a load to the plurality of power storage modules in the stacking direction through the pair of holding plates, whereineach of the pair of holding plates has a first edge and a second edge that face each other, and has a plurality of first engaging portions arranged along the first edge and a plurality of second engaging portions arranged along the second edge, the plurality of first engaging portions with which some of the plurality of connecting members is engaged and the plurality of second engaging portions with which some of the plurality of connecting members is engaged, each of the plurality of first engaging portions being engaged with one of the plurality of connecting members, and each of the plurality of second engaging portions being engaged with one of the plurality of connecting members,at least one of the pair of holding plates has a plurality of ribs, and a plurality of thin-walled portions defined by the plurality of ribs and having a thickness smaller than a thickness of ...