Modular Battery Module with Radial Connection Plates
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for assembling battery modules are complex and costly, requiring custom-made connections and being unsuitable for modular connections between different modules.
Innovation Solution
A battery module design featuring a casing with longitudinal and radial electrical connection plates, allowing for modular coupling and electrical connection of multiple modules in series or parallel configurations, using complementary coupling means and fastening mechanisms for efficient assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If custom-made battery assemblies are manufactured case-by-case with individual welding and custom cases, then electrical batteries can be produced with specific electrical characteristics, but the manufacturing process becomes long, tedious and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The battery system is divided into standardized modules that can be independently manufactured and then assembled in different configurations. Each module contains a standardized casing, connection plates, and batteries arranged in a fixed pattern, allowing customization of overall battery characteristics through module assembly rather than custom manufacturing of each battery.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention creates universal connection plates with standardized interfaces that can be used across all battery modules. These connection plates serve multiple functions: electrical connection, mechanical coupling, and structural support. The standardized design allows the same connection plate to work with different battery configurations and module arrangements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If battery modules use complex internal connections with metal through inserts and grooves for modular coupling, then modularity is achieved, but the structure becomes complex and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the electrical connection function and mechanical coupling function into a single integrated connection plate structure. The connection plate simultaneously provides electrical contacts for series/parallel connections and structural coupling elements for joining modules, eliminating the need for separate metal through inserts and complex groove systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection plate is designed as a universal component that performs multiple functions: it provides electrical connections between batteries within a module, serves as a mechanical coupling interface between modules, and maintains structural integrity. This multi-functional design simplifies the overall structure compared to separate specialized components.
3Ease of operation
If radial connection plates are positioned outside the longitudinal body for electrical distribution, then electrical distribution is improved, but the modules cannot be electrically connected together
Solution Approach 1:
The invention combines the radial electrical distribution function with the longitudinal module coupling function in the same connection plate structure. The connection plates are positioned at the ends of the longitudinal body and extend radially, allowing them to distribute electricity to side-by-side batteries while simultaneously serving as the interface for connecting adjacent modules in series or parallel.
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AI summary
Electrical battery module comprising: - a casing (2) comprising a longitudinal body (3) suitable for longitudinally receiving a plurality of electrical batteries (4), one next to the the other, and an end cover (5) coupled to one of the ends of said longitudinal body; - an internal, radial electrical connection plate (7) and an external, radial electrical connection plate (8), axially arranged on both sides of said end cover (5); - and at least one axial, electrical connection pad (17, 21) of said internal and external plates (7, 8), axially crossing said cover (5); the interior radial plate (7) comprising a plurality of electrical contact means (13) suitable for being respectively in contact with one end of said electrical batteries (4); and the external radial plate (8) comprising a plurality of electrical distribution means (19) intended for external electrical connection of this external radial plate (8).