Apparatus for detecting cell reversal in rechargeable batteries
US5773958A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 3, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S320/20
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for monitoring a battery pack having a plurality of serially connected rechargeable batteries. The apparatus comprises a means of detecting cell reversal and a means of protecting the batteries of the battery pack upon detection of cell reversal.
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