Polymer-based battery pack enclosure assemblies with integrated thermal management features
US12009497B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/70
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
This disclosure details exemplary battery pack designs for use in electrified vehicles. Exemplary battery packs may include a polymer-based enclosure assembly having features for thermally managing internal components of the battery pack. In some embodiments, the enclosure assembly may include molded-in fluid channels or molded-in tubing for establishing a cooling circuit of the battery pack. In other embodiments, the enclosure assembly may include molded-in channels that receive tubing for establishing a cooling circuit of the battery pack.
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