Energy storage assembly

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an energy storage assembly (10). The energy storage assembly (10) includes a housing (12) adapted to house a first energy storage module (14). The first energy storage module (14) comprises at least one battery cell (18). The energy storage assembly (10) includes a first housing sidewall (20). A first housing support bracket (22) extends from the first housing side wall (20) and a second housing support bracket (24) extends from the first housing side wall (20). At least a portion of the first energy storage module (14) is arranged between the first housing support bracket (22) and the second housing support bracket (24). The energy storage assembly (10) also includes a first tolerance adjustment member (26) adapted to be located between the second housing support bracket (24) and the at least a portion of the first energy storage module (14).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to energy storage assemblies. In particular aspects, the present disclosure relates to an energy storage assembly including a housing and a first energy storage module. The present disclosure may be applied to heavy vehicles such as trucks, buses, and construction equipment, among other vehicle types. Although the present disclosure may be described with respect to a particular vehicle, the present disclosure is not limited to any particular vehicle. Background Art

[0002] An electric vehicle, such as an electric heavy-duty vehicle, may include an energy storage assembly for storing electrical energy to be used by one or more power consuming devices, such as one or more electric motors for propelling the electric vehicle. By way of example only, such an energy storage assembly may include a housing and a first energy storage module, wherein the first energy storage module may include at least one battery cell. The housing houses the first energy storage module. It may be desirable to have a first energy storage module with a relatively large volume available for the at least one battery cell. Summary of the invention

[0003] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, an energy storage assembly is provided. The energy storage assembly includes a housing adapted to accommodate a first energy storage module. The first energy storage module includes at least one battery cell. The energy storage assembly includes a first housing sidewall. A first housing support bracket extends from the first housing sidewall and a second housing support bracket extends from the first housing sidewall. At least a portion of the first energy storage module is arranged to be located between the first housing support bracket and the second housing support bracket. The energy storage assembly also includes a first tolerance adjustment component adapted to be located between the second housing support bracket and the at least a portion of the first energy storage module. The first tolerance adjustment component has at least two configurations, and the at least two configurations have different extensions in a direction from the second housing support bracket to the at least a portion of the first energy storage module and / or to the first housing support bracket. Technical benefits may include that the first energy storage module is appropriately supported by the first support bracket and the second support bracket, which may enable vibration, acceleration or other undesirable movement of the first energy storage module to be kept appropriately low. This also means that the need for reinforcing the first energy storage module or the like is reduced, which may make it possible for a relatively large volume of the first energy storage module to be available for accommodating the at least one battery cell.

[0004] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the first energy storage module extends along a first axis in a first direction, along a second axis in a second direction, and along a third axis in a third direction, wherein the second housing support bracket is located at a bracket distance from the first housing support bracket, as seen along the third axis, wherein the extension of the energy storage module along each of the first axis and the second axis is greater than the extension of the energy storage module along the third axis. Technical benefits may include that undesired movement along the third axis may be kept appropriately low. For example, the term "bracket distance" as used herein relates to the distance from the second housing support bracket to the first housing support bracket, as seen along the third axis.

[0005] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the first energy storage module has a first energy storage module length along the first axis, wherein each of the first housing support bracket and the second housing support bracket extends along the first axis over at least 50% of the first energy storage module length. Technical benefits may include supporting the first energy storage module along a relatively large distance along the first axis.

[0006] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the first tolerance adjustment component extends along the first axis over at least 50% of the length of the first energy storage module. Technical benefits may include that undesired movement along the third axis may be kept appropriately low due to the relatively large extension of the first tolerance adjustment component.

[0007] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the first tolerance adjustment component is attached to the first housing sidewall by a threaded component and / or a rivet. Technical benefits may include cost-effective attachment of the first tolerance adjustment component.

[0008] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the first tolerance adjustment component includes a first tolerance adjustment component flange and a second tolerance adjustment component flange, the first tolerance adjustment component flange and the second tolerance adjustment component flange being located at a distance from each other along the third axis. Technical benefits may include that the first tolerance adjustment component may be suitably stabilized along at least the third axis.

[0009] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the first tolerance adjustment component comprises a flexible element, preferably a rubber element. The first tolerance adjustment component also includes a load applicator extending at least partially along the first axis. The load applicator is adapted to apply compression to the flexible element, thereby changing the extension of the flexible element along the third axis. Technical benefits may include that the different extension in the direction from the second housing support bracket to at least a portion of the first energy storage module can be directly achieved.

[0010] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the load applicator extends at least partially through the flexible element. Technical benefits may include that a relatively compact first tolerance adjustment component may be obtained.

[0011] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the load applicator includes a first abutment member and a second abutment member located on opposite sides of the flexible element as seen along the first axis. The first abutment member and the second abutment member are connected to each other via a load applicator connector so that the distance between the first abutment member and the second abutment member along the first axis can be varied by rotating at least one of the first abutment member, the second abutment member, and the load applicator connector relative to at least another of the first abutment member, the second abutment member, and the load applicator connector. Technical benefits may include that the different extensions in the direction from the second housing support bracket to at least a portion of the first energy storage module can be directly achieved.

[0012] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the first abutment member forms an integral component with the load applicator connector.

[0013] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the first abutment component and the load applicator connector form a bolt, wherein the first abutment component forms a bolt head of the bolt. The second abutment component includes a nut.

[0014] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the first tolerance adjustment component includes a covering component at least partially covering the flexible element, the covering component being made of a plastic material. Technical benefits may include that the covering component may make the first tolerance adjustment component relatively robust toward the first energy storage module.

[0015] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the housing is adapted to accommodate a second energy storage module. The second energy storage module includes at least one battery cell. The energy storage assembly includes a third housing support bracket extending from the first housing sidewall. At least a portion of the second energy storage module is arranged to be located between the second housing support bracket and the third housing support bracket. The energy storage assembly also includes a second tolerance adjustment component, which is adapted to be located between the third housing support bracket and the at least a portion of the second energy storage module. The second tolerance adjustment component has at least two configurations, and the at least two configurations have different extensions in the direction from the third housing support bracket to the at least a portion of the second energy storage module and / or to the second housing support bracket. Technical benefits may include the availability of an energy storage assembly capable of storing relatively large amounts of energy.

[0016] Optionally in some examples, including at least one preferred example, the features of the second tolerance adjustment component are the same as the features of the first tolerance adjustment component.Technical benefits may include that undesired movement along the third axis may be kept reasonably low.

[0017] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the energy storage assembly includes the first energy storage module. The housing accommodates the first energy storage module.

[0018] Optionally in some examples, including in at least one preferred example, the energy storage assembly includes the second energy storage module. The housing accommodates the second energy storage module.

[0019] According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, a vehicle is provided, comprising an energy storage assembly according to the first aspect of the present disclosure.

[0020] It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the disclosed aspects, examples (including any preferred examples) and / or the appended claims may be appropriately combined with each other. Additional features and advantages are disclosed in the following description, claims and drawings, and will in part be apparent to those skilled in the art or recognized by practicing the disclosure as described herein. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Examples are described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0022] Figure 1 is a cross-sectional side view of an energy storage assembly according to an example.

[0023] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional side view of an energy storage assembly according to an example.

[0024] Figure 3 is a perspective view of an energy storage assembly according to an example.

[0025] FIG. 4A to FIG. 4B An energy storage assembly according to an example is described.

[0026] Figure 5 A portion of an energy storage assembly according to an example is described. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] The detailed description set forth below provides information and examples of the disclosed technology in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the disclosure.

[0028] Figure 1 is a cross-sectional side view of the energy storage assembly 10. The energy storage assembly 10 includes a housing 12 adapted to accommodate a first energy storage module 14. Figure 1 In the example of FIG. 1 , the energy storage assembly 10 includes a first energy storage module 14, and the housing accommodates the first energy storage module 14. In fact, Figure 1 The energy storage assembly 10 is adapted to accommodate a second energy storage module 16, as will be discussed further below. By way of example only, the energy storage assembly 10 may be adapted to be located in or on a vehicle 17. By way of non-limiting example, the vehicle 17 may be a truck. By way of another example, the energy storage assembly 10 may be adapted to be located in or on a marine vehicle (not shown), such as a boat or ship. By way of non-limiting example, the housing 12 may be made of a metal such as aluminum.

[0029] The first energy storage module 14 includes at least one battery cell 18. However, it is also contemplated that the first energy storage module 14 may include a plurality of battery cells (not shown). The housing 12 is adapted to accommodate the first energy storage module 14 and Figure 1 In the example of FIG. 1 , the housing 12 houses a first energy storage module 14. The energy storage assembly includes a first housing sidewall 20. A first housing support bracket 22 extends from the first housing sidewall 20 and a second housing support bracket 24 extends from the first housing sidewall 20. Optionally, and as Figure 1 As indicated in the example of FIG. 1 , each of the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24 extends from the first housing side wall 20 in a direction toward the interior of the housing 12. Figure 1 As indicated in , at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14 is arranged to be located between the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24. Figure 1 In the example of FIG. 1 , at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14 is located between the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24. Figure 1 It is appreciated that when the first energy storage module 14 is at least partially inserted between the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24, there may be a play Δ between the first energy storage module 14 and at least one of the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24. Such play Δ may, for example, result in undesired movement of the first energy storage module 14, and thus may require the first energy storage module 14 to be reinforced to be able to accommodate loads that may be accidentally caused by such movement.

[0030] Figure 2 A cross-sectional side view of an energy storage assembly 10 is shown having a Figure 1 The energy storage assembly 10 has common features. However, Figure 2 Can be collected, Figure 2 The energy storage assembly 10 disclosed in the specification also includes a first tolerance adjustment component 26 adapted to be located between the second housing support bracket 24 and at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14. Figure 2 In the example of FIG. 1 , the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is located between the second housing support bracket 24 and at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14. Figure 2 As indicated in , the first tolerance adjustment component 26 has at least two configurations having different extensions in a direction from the second housing support bracket 24 to at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14 and / or to the first housing support bracket 22 .

[0031] To this end, the first configuration of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is composed of Figure 2 The shaded area in FIG. 1 is indicated, and the second configuration of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is indicated by a combination of the shaded area and the dashed area. Figure 2 It is collected that, for example only, the extension of the second configuration is greater than the extension of the first configuration in the third direction, such as along the third axis Z, as will be described in detail below. In addition, although only by example, when the first tolerance adjustment component 26 presents the first configuration, there may be a gap, which may be less than Figure 1 The clearance Δ between the first energy storage module 14 and the first tolerance adjustment component 26 indicated in FIG. By way of example only, the clearance mentioned above may mean that the first energy storage module 14 may be directly at least partially inserted between the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24. Figure 2 It is collected that when the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is Figure 2, the first tolerance adjustment component 26 eliminates possible play between the second housing support bracket 24 and at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14. As such, when the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is in the second configuration, the first energy storage module 14 can be properly supported by the first support bracket 22 and the second support bracket 24, which can keep the vibration, acceleration or other undesirable movement of the first energy storage module 14 appropriately low.

[0032] In addition, if Figure 2 As indicated in , the first tolerance adjustment component 26 can be adapted to abut each of the second housing support bracket 24 and at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14 and this applies to any example of the present disclosure. However, it is also contemplated that other examples of the energy storage assembly 10 may include an intermediate component (not shown) located between the second housing support bracket 24 and the first tolerance adjustment component 26 and / or between the first tolerance adjustment component 26 and at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14.

[0033] By way of non-limiting example, in Figure 2 In the example of FIG. 1 , each of the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24 may be fixedly attached to the first housing sidewall 20, for example, by at least one of a weld joint (not shown), a bolt joint (not shown), or the like. By way of non-limiting example, when the first energy storage module 14 is inserted into the housing 12, the first energy storage module 14 may be supported by the first housing support bracket 22.

[0034] Furthermore, although the present disclosure emphasizes the first housing sidewall 20 for the sake of brevity, it should be noted that examples of the energy storage assembly 10 may also include a second housing sidewall 20', which may be located on an opposite side of the first energy storage module 14 compared to the first housing sidewall 20, for example. Figure 2 , illustrating that such a second housing sidewall 20 ′ may have the same features as the first housing sidewall 20 , such as with respect to the first housing support bracket 22 ′, the second housing support bracket 24 ′, and the first tolerance adjustment component 26 ′.

[0035] Just for example, Figure 2, the first energy storage module 14 may extend in a first direction along the first axis X, in a second direction along the second axis Y, and in a third direction along the third axis Z. The second housing support bracket 24 is located at a bracket distance from the first housing support bracket 22, as seen along the third axis Z. In addition, the extension of the energy storage module 14 along each of the first axis X and the second axis Y is greater than the extension of the energy storage module along the third axis Z. By way of example only, when the energy storage assembly 10 is in an orientation for an intended use and / or when the energy storage assembly 10 is in an orientation for an intended assembly of the energy storage assembly 10, such as when the energy storage assembly 10 is in an orientation in which the first energy storage module 14 is at least partially inserted between the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24, the third direction may be parallel to a vertical direction, such as a global vertical direction.

[0036] Just for example, Figure 3 As indicated in , the first energy storage module 14 has a first energy storage module length L along the first axis X. In addition, as Figure 3 As indicated by the dashed lines in , each of the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24 extends along the first axis X beyond at least 50%, optionally beyond at least 70%, of the first energy storage module length L. In addition, although again by way of example only, the first tolerance adjustment component 26 may extend along the first axis X beyond at least 50%, optionally beyond at least 70%, of the first energy storage module length L. Figure 3 In the example of FIG. 5 , each of the first housing support bracket 22 , the second housing support bracket 24 , and the first tolerance adjustment component 26 extends substantially over the entire first energy storage module length L. In the example of FIG.

[0037] Figure 4A An example of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is described. Figure 4A It is appreciated that the first tolerance adjustment member 26 may be attached to the first housing sidewall 20 by threaded members such as bolts and / or rivets. Figure 4A The example of FIG. 1 illustrates a single threaded member or rivet 28 , but it is contemplated that the first tolerance adjustment member 26 may be attached to the first housing sidewall 20 by a plurality of threaded members or rivets 28 , which may be distributed along the longitudinal axis X, for example.

[0038] In addition, refer again Figure 4A , the first tolerance adjustment component 26 may include a first tolerance adjustment component flange 30 and a second tolerance adjustment component flange 32. The first tolerance adjustment component flange 30 and the second tolerance adjustment component flange 32 may be located at a distance from each other along the third axis Z. In addition, and as Figure 4AAs illustrated in FIG. 1 , the first tolerance adjustment component flange 30 and the second tolerance adjustment component flange 32 may be connected to each other via a tolerance adjustment component web 34. By way of example only, the first tolerance adjustment component flange 30, the second tolerance adjustment component flange 32, and the tolerance adjustment component web 34 may form an integral component. By way of example only, such an integral component may be made of a plastic material. In addition, the integral component formed by the first tolerance adjustment component flange 30, the second tolerance adjustment component flange 32, and the tolerance adjustment component web 34 may be referred to as a beam or a bracket.

[0039] In addition, if Figure 4A As indicated in , the first tolerance adjustment component 26 may include a flexible element 36. By way of example only, the flexible element 36 may be made of rubber. By way of non-limiting example, the flexible element 36 may be at least partially located between the first tolerance adjustment component flange 30 and the second tolerance adjustment component flange 32. In addition, the first tolerance adjustment component 26 may also include a load applicator 38 extending at least partially along the first axis X. In addition, in Figure 4A In the example of FIG. 3 , the load applicator 38 extends at least partially through the flexible element 36. The load applicator 38 is adapted to apply compression to the flexible element 36, thereby changing the extension of the flexible element 36 along the third axis Z. To this end, reference is made to Figure 4B , which illustrates in a view on a plane extending parallel to the first axis X and the third axis Z Figure 4A The flexible element 36 and the load applying member 38. Figure 4B , a first pair of arrows 40 indicates compression applied by the load applicator 38 to the flexible element 36 along the first axis X, and a second pair of arrows 42 indicates increased extension of the flexible element 36 along the third axis Z as a result of the applied compression.

[0040] By way of non-limiting example, and as Figure 4B , the load applicator 38 may include a first abutment member 44 and a second abutment member 46 located on opposite sides of the flexible element 36 as seen along the first axis X. The first abutment member 44 and the second abutment member 46 are connected to each other via a load applicator connection member 48 so that the distance between the first abutment member 44 and the second abutment member 46 along the first axis X can be varied by rotating at least one of the first abutment member 44, the second abutment member 46, and the load applicator connection member 48 relative to at least another of the first abutment member 44, the second abutment member 46, and the load applicator connection member 48.

[0041] However, it is also contemplated that in other examples, the load applicator 38 may be adapted to be located on only one side of the flexible element 36 as seen along the first axis X. To this end, a first portion of the load applicator 38 may be connected to a portion of the housing 12 and a second portion of the load applicator 38 may be adapted to abut a portion of the flexible element 36 , and the load applicator 38 may be adapted to be operated, such as by a threaded member or by a ratchet arrangement (not shown), to impart a compressive load to the flexible element 36 via the second portion of the load applicator 38 .

[0042] By way of non-limiting example, the first abutment member 44 and the load applicator connector 48 may form an integral assembly. By way of example only, the first abutment member 44 and the load applicator connector 48 may form a bolt, wherein the first abutment member 44 forms the bolt head of the bolt. The second abutment member 46 may include a nut. In the described example, a tool (such as a wrench (not shown) or the like) may be used to rotate the bolt relative to the nut to change the distance between the first abutment member 44 and the second abutment member 46 to thereby change the extension of the flexible element 36 along the third axis Z.

[0043] For any example of the flexible element 36 and the load applicator 38, an initial gap may exist between the first tolerance adjustment component 26 and at least one of the energy storage module 14 and the second housing support bracket 24 along the third axis Z. By way of example only, the initial gap may exist such as when the energy storage module 14 is inserted between the first housing support bracket 22 and the first tolerance adjustment component 26. The initial gap may be reduced, possibly removed, by applying compression to the flexible element 36 using the load applicator 38.

[0044] As disclosed above, the first tolerance adjustment member 26 may include a covering member 30, 32, 34 that at least partially covers the flexible element 36. By way of example only, at least one, preferably each, of the first tolerance adjustment member flange 30, the second tolerance adjustment member flange 32 and the tolerance adjustment member web 34 may form a part of such a covering member. To this end, the covering member may be such that when the extension of the flexible element 36 along the third axis Z changes, the distance between the first tolerance adjustment member flange 30 and the second tolerance adjustment member flange 32 at least along the third axis Z may change.

[0045] However, if Figure 5 As indicated in , it is also contemplated that examples of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 need not include a cover component. As such, it is contemplated that in examples of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 , the flexible element 36 may contact at least one of the first energy storage module 14 and the second housing support bracket 24 .

[0046] return Figure 2It should be noted that in the example of the energy storage assembly 10, the housing can be adapted to accommodate a second energy storage module 16. The second energy storage module 16 includes at least one battery cell 50. Figure 2 In the example of FIG. 1 , the energy storage assembly 10 includes a second energy storage module 16 and the housing 12 accommodates the second energy storage module 16. Figure 2 In the example of FIG. 1 , the energy storage assembly 10 includes a third housing support bracket 52 extending from the first housing sidewall 20 . At least a portion of the second energy storage module 16 is arranged to be located between the second housing support bracket 24 and the third housing support bracket 52 . Figure 2 In the example of , at least a portion of the second energy storage module 16 is located between the second housing support bracket 24 and the third housing support bracket 52. The energy storage assembly 10 may also include a second tolerance adjustment component 54, which is adapted to be located between the third housing support bracket 52 and at least a portion of the second energy storage module 16. Figure 2 In the example of FIG. 5 , the second tolerance adjustment component 54 is located between the third housing support bracket 52 and at least a portion of the second energy storage module 16. The second tolerance adjustment component 54 has at least two configurations having different extensions in a direction from the third housing support bracket 52 to at least a portion of the second energy storage module 16 and / or to the second housing support bracket 24.

[0047] For example only, the features of the second tolerance adjustment component 54 may be the same as the features of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 .

[0048] The present disclosure may be presented by any of the following examples.

[0049] Example 1. An energy storage assembly 10 includes a housing 12 adapted to accommodate a first energy storage module 14, the first energy storage module 14 including at least one battery cell 18, The energy storage assembly 10 includes a first housing sidewall 20, a first housing support bracket 22 extending from the first housing sidewall 20, and a second housing support bracket 24 extending from the first housing sidewall 20. At least a portion of the first energy storage module 14 is arranged to be located between the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24, wherein the energy storage assembly 10 further includes a first tolerance adjustment component 26, the first tolerance adjustment component 26 being adapted to be located between the second housing support bracket 24 and at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14, The first tolerance adjustment feature 26 has at least two configurations having different extensions in a direction from the second housing support bracket 24 to the at least a portion of the first energy storage module 14 and / or to the first housing support bracket 22 .

[0050] Example 2. An energy storage assembly 10 as described in Example 1, wherein the first energy storage module 14 extends along a first axis X in a first direction, along a second axis Y in a second direction, and along a third axis Z in a third direction, wherein the second shell support bracket 24 is located at a bracket distance from the first shell support bracket 22, as seen along the third axis Z, wherein the extension of the energy storage module along each of the first axis X and the second axis Y is greater than the extension of the energy storage module along the third axis Z.

[0051] Example 3. The energy storage assembly 10 of Example 2, wherein the first energy storage module 14 has a first energy storage module length L along the first axis X, wherein each of the first housing support bracket 22 and the second housing support bracket 24 extends more than at least 50% of the first energy storage module length L along the first axis x.

[0052] Example 4. The energy storage assembly 10 of Example 3, wherein the first tolerance adjustment feature 26 extends along the first axis X over at least 50% of the length L of the first energy storage module.

[0053] Example 5 The energy storage assembly 10 of any of the preceding examples, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component 26 is attached to the first housing sidewall 20 by a threaded component and / or a rivet 28 .

[0054] Example 6. An energy storage assembly 10 as described in any one of Examples 2 to 5, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component 26 includes a first tolerance adjustment component flange 30 and a second tolerance adjustment component flange 32, and the first tolerance adjustment component flange 30 and the second tolerance adjustment component flange 32 are located at a certain distance from each other along the third axis Z.

[0055] Example 7. An energy storage assembly 10 as described in any of Examples 2 to 6, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component 26 includes a flexible element 36, preferably a rubber element, and the first tolerance adjustment component 26 also includes a load applicator 38 extending at least partially along the first axis X, and the load applicator 38 is adapted to apply compression to the flexible element 36, thereby changing the extension of the flexible element 36 along the third axis Z.

[0056] Example 8 The energy storage assembly 10 of Example 7, wherein the load applicator 38 extends at least partially through the flexible element 36 .

[0057] Example 9. An energy storage assembly 10 as described in Example 7 or Example 8, wherein the load applicator 38 includes a first adjacent component 44 and a second adjacent component 46 located on opposite sides of the flexible element 36, and as seen along the first axis X, the first adjacent component 44 and the second adjacent component 46 are connected to each other via a load applicator connector 48, so that the distance between the first adjacent component 44 and the second adjacent component 46 along the first axis X can be changed by rotating at least one of the first adjacent component 44, the second adjacent component 46 and the load applicator connector 48 relative to at least another of the first adjacent component 44, the second adjacent component 46 and the load applicator connector 48.

[0058] Example 10. The energy storage assembly 10 of Example 9, wherein the first abutment member 44 and the load applicator connection member 48 form an integral component.

[0059] Example 11. The energy storage assembly 10 of Example 10, wherein the first abutment member 44 and the load applicator connector 48 form a bolt, wherein the first abutment member 44 forms a bolt head of the bolt and the second abutment member 46 comprises a nut.

[0060] Example 12. The energy storage assembly 10 of any one of Examples 7 to 11, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component 26 includes a covering component 30, 32, 34 at least partially covering the flexible element, and the covering component 30, 32, 34 is made of a plastic material.

[0061] Example 13. An energy storage assembly 10 as described in any of the preceding examples, wherein the housing 12 is adapted to accommodate a second energy storage module 16, the second energy storage module 16 comprising at least one battery cell 50, the energy storage assembly 10 comprising a third housing support bracket 52 extending from the first housing side wall 20, at least a portion of the second energy storage module being arranged to be located between the second housing support bracket 24 and the third housing support bracket 52, wherein the energy storage assembly 10 further comprises a second tolerance adjustment component 54, the second tolerance adjustment component 54 being adapted to be located between the third housing support bracket 52 and the at least portion of the second energy storage module 16, the second tolerance adjustment component 54 having at least two configurations, the at least two configurations having different extensions in a direction from the third housing support bracket 52 to the at least portion of the second energy storage module 16 and / or to the second housing support bracket 24.

[0062] Example 14. The energy storage assembly 10 of Example 13, wherein features of the second tolerance adjustment component are the same as features of the first tolerance adjustment component 26 of any of Examples 1-12.

[0063] Example 15. The energy storage assembly 10 as described in any of the preceding examples, wherein the energy storage assembly 10 includes the first energy storage module 14 , and the housing 12 accommodates the first energy storage module 14 .

[0064] Example 16 The energy storage assembly 10 of any one of Examples 13 to 15, wherein the energy storage assembly 10 includes the second energy storage module 16 , and the housing 12 accommodates the second energy storage module 16 .

[0065] Example 17. A vehicle 17 comprising an energy storage assembly 10 according to any one of Examples 1 to 16.

[0066] It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the disclosed aspects, examples (including any preferred examples) and / or the appended claims may be appropriately combined with each other. Additional features and advantages are disclosed in the following description, claims and drawings, and will in part be apparent to those skilled in the art or recognized by practicing the disclosure as described herein.

[0067] The terms used herein are only for the purpose of describing specific aspects and are not intended to limit the present disclosure. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms "a / an" and "said" are intended to also include plural forms. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. It should also be understood that the term "comprises, comprising, includes and / or including" when used herein indicates the presence of stated features, integers, actions, steps, operations, elements and / or components, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, actions, steps, operations, elements, components and / or groups thereof.

[0068] It will be understood that although the terms first, second, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another element. For example, a first element may be referred to as a second element, and similarly, a second element may be referred to as a first element, without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0069] Relative terms such as "below" or "above" or "upper" or "lower", or "horizontal" or "vertical" may be used herein to describe the relationship of one element to another element, as illustrated in the figures. It will be understood that these terms and the terms discussed above are intended to cover different orientations of the device in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. It will be understood that when an element is referred to as being "connected to" or "coupled to" another element, the element may be directly connected or coupled to the other element or there may be intervening elements. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly coupled to" another element, there are no intervening elements.

[0070] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs. It will also be understood that the terms used herein should be interpreted as having the same meaning as that in the context of this specification and the relevant art, and should not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense, unless explicitly defined in this article.

[0071] It should be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the aspects described above and illustrated in the drawings; rather, the skilled person will recognize that many changes and modifications may be made within the scope of the present disclosure and the appended claims. In the drawings and description, various aspects have been disclosed for illustrative purposes only and not for limiting purposes, and the scope of the present disclosure is set forth in the appended claims.

Claims

1. An energy storage assembly (10), comprising a housing (12) adapted to accommodate a first energy storage module (14), the first energy storage module (14) comprising at least one battery cell (18), The energy storage assembly (10) includes a first housing side wall (20), a first housing support bracket (22) extending from the first housing side wall (20), and a second housing support bracket (24) extending from the first housing side wall (20). At least a portion of the first energy storage module (14) is arranged between the first housing support bracket (22) and the second housing support bracket (24), wherein the energy storage assembly (10) further comprises a first tolerance adjustment component (26) adapted to be located between the second housing support bracket (24) and the at least a portion of the first energy storage module (14), The first tolerance adjustment component (26) has at least two configurations having different extensions in a direction from the second housing support bracket (24) to the at least a portion of the first energy storage module (14) and / or to the first housing support bracket (22).

2. An energy storage assembly (10) as described in claim 1, wherein the first energy storage module (14) extends along a first axis (X) in a first direction, along a second axis (Y) in a second direction, and along a third axis (Z) in a third direction, wherein the second shell support bracket (24) is located at a bracket distance from the first shell support bracket (22), as seen along the third axis (Z), and wherein an extension of the energy storage module along each of the first axis (X) and the second axis (Y) is greater than an extension of the energy storage module along the third axis (Z).

3. An energy storage assembly (10) as described in claim 2, wherein the first energy storage module (14) has a first energy storage module length (L) along the first axis (x), and each of the first shell support bracket (22) and the second shell support bracket (24) extends along the first axis (x) more than at least 50% of the first energy storage module length (L).

4. The energy storage assembly (10) of claim 3, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component (26) extends along the first axis (X) over at least 50% of the length (L) of the first energy storage module.

5. The energy storage assembly (10) of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component (26) is attached to the first housing side wall (20) by means of threaded components and / or rivets (28).

6. The energy storage assembly (10) of any one of claims 2 to 5, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component (26) comprises a first tolerance adjustment component flange (30) and a second tolerance adjustment component flange (32), wherein the first tolerance adjustment component flange (30) and the second tolerance adjustment component flange (32) are located at a certain distance from each other along the third axis (Z).

7. An energy storage assembly (10) as claimed in any one of claims 2 to 6, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component (26) includes a flexible element (36), preferably a rubber element, and the first tolerance adjustment component (26) also includes a load application member (38) extending at least partially along the first axis (X), and the load application member (38) is adapted to apply compression to the flexible element (36), thereby being able to change the extension of the flexible element (36) along the third axis (Z).

8. The energy storage assembly (10) of claim 7, wherein the load applicator (38) extends at least partially through the flexible element (36).

9. An energy storage assembly (10) as described in claim 7 or claim 8, wherein the load applicator (38) includes a first abutment member (44) and a second abutment member (46) located on opposite sides of the flexible element (36), and as seen along the first axis (X), the first abutment member (44) and the second abutment member (46) are connected to each other via a load applicator connection member (48) so that the distance between the first abutment member (44) and the second abutment member (46) along the first axis (X) can be changed by rotating at least one of the first abutment member (44), the second abutment member (46) and the load applicator connection member (48) relative to at least another of the first abutment member (44), the second abutment member (46) and the load applicator connection member (48).

10. The energy storage assembly (10) of claim 9, wherein the first abutment member (44) forms an integral component with the load applicator connection member (48).

11. An energy storage assembly (10) as claimed in claim 9 or claim 10, wherein the first abutting member (44) and the load applicator connector (48) form a bolt, wherein the first abutting member (44) forms a bolt head of the bolt and the second abutting member (46) comprises a nut.

12. An energy storage assembly (10) as claimed in any one of claims 7 to 11, wherein the first tolerance adjustment component (26) includes a covering component (30, 32, 34) at least partially covering the flexible element, and the covering component (30, 32, 34) is made of plastic material.

13. The energy storage assembly (10) of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the housing (12) is adapted to accommodate a second energy storage module (16), the second energy storage module (16) comprising at least one battery cell (50), The energy storage assembly (10) includes a third housing support bracket (52) extending from the first housing side wall (20), At least a portion of the second energy storage module is arranged between the second housing support bracket (24) and the third housing support bracket (52), wherein the energy storage assembly (10) further comprises a second tolerance adjustment component (54) adapted to be located between the third housing support bracket (52) and the at least a portion of the second energy storage module (16), The second tolerance adjustment component (54) has at least two configurations having different extensions in a direction from the third housing support bracket (52) to the at least a portion of the second energy storage module (16) and / or to the second housing support bracket (24).

14. The energy storage assembly (10) of claim 13, wherein the second tolerance adjustment component has features identical to the features of the first tolerance adjustment component (26) of any one of claims 1 to 12.

15. The energy storage assembly (10) of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the energy storage assembly (10) comprises the first energy storage module (14), the housing (12) housing the first energy storage module (14).

16. The energy storage assembly (10) of any one of claims 13 to 15, wherein the energy storage assembly (10) comprises the second energy storage module (16), the housing (12) accommodating the second energy storage module (16).

17. A vehicle (17) comprising an energy storage assembly (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 16.

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