Battery Cell Charging Jig With Reconfigurable Multi-Source Connections
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing battery cell charging and discharging technologies require replacement of power supply units when the standard of the battery cell changes, and they are inefficient for simultaneous charging and discharging of multiple cells.
Innovation Solution
A jig and system that allows for flexible electrical connections through sockets for serial and parallel connections, enabling adaptation to different battery cell standards and simultaneous charging/discharging of multiple cells using a single power supply unit.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional power supply unit is used for charging and discharging battery cells, then it can charge and discharge a single battery cell, but it requires replacement when the battery cell standard changes and cannot simultaneously charge multiple cells
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply unit is designed with multiple output terminals that can simultaneously connect to multiple battery cells through a jig with multiple sockets. This allows a single power supply unit to charge and discharge multiple battery cells of different standards concurrently, eliminating the need for replacement and achieving multi-functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection between the power supply unit and battery cells is segmented into multiple independent connection paths through the jig structure. Each socket in the jig can independently connect to different battery cell terminals, allowing flexible configuration for different battery standards and simultaneous operation with multiple cells.
2Productivity
If a single power supply unit charges multiple battery cells sequentially, then it can handle different battery standards, but the charging and discharging efficiency is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply unit's output is segmented into multiple independent channels through multiple output terminals, each capable of independently charging or discharging a battery cell. This parallel segmentation enables simultaneous operation with multiple battery cells, dramatically improving productivity and eliminating sequential processing time losses.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the jig structure is designed for fixed battery cell standards, then it simplifies the connection structure, but it cannot adapt to different battery cell standards
Solution Approach 1:
The jig is designed with multiple sockets that can universally accommodate different battery cell standards. Each socket is configured with multiple connection points that can adapt to various terminal arrangements, allowing the same jig structure to work with different battery standards without modification while maintaining ease of operation through standardized connection interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection configuration of the jig is made dynamic and reconfigurable rather than fixed. The sockets and connection terminals can be dynamically adjusted or reconfigured to match different battery cell standards, providing adaptability while maintaining operational simplicity through a flexible but standardized connection system.
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AI summary
The present technology relates to a jig for charging and discharging a battery cell, which has a new electric connection structure, and a system for charging and discharging a battery cell including the jig. According to the present technology, it is possible to charge and discharge battery cells of various standards by changing the electric connection scheme according to the system for charging and discharging a battery cell.