Marine vessel with hull-integrated electrical energy storage for vessel propulsion
US11414166B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 26, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01M2220/20
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the disclosure are drawn to apparatuses and methods for packaging and distributing a marine energy storage system. Battery packs including one or more battery cells and a compliant layer enclosed in a sealed housing are disclosed. Vessel hulls with battery packs structurally integrated are disclosed. Vessel hulls with battery packs mounted to an inner surface of an outer hull are disclosed. Vessel hulls including compartments for inserting battery packs are disclosed. Vessel hulls including battery packs mounted in a ballast of the hull are disclosed.
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