Autoclavable battery pack
US6756766B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 29, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An autoclavable battery for use with electrical equipment in operative procedures includes a series of electrochemical cells surrounded by insulation and hermetically sealed in a battery case. The insulation has a thickness and thermal conductivity effective to prevent the cells from reaching their venting temperature when subjected to autoclave conditions.
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