A separator for an electrochemical cell having a porous layer with a blend of a first type of boehmite particles and a second type of boehmite particles and an organic polymer binder, where the first type of boehmite particles is different from the second type of boehmite particles with respect to crystallite particle size and/or composition, and the blend ranges from about 50%-50% by weight of the first and second types of boehmite particles to about 60%-40% by weight of the first and second types of boehmite particles. The separator does not include a polymer separator layer; has a shrinkage of less than 1% when heated at 220° C. for 1 hour; and swells by less than 5% when soaked in propylene carbonate for 1 hour.
H01M 50/446 - Matériau composite constitué d’un mélange de matériaux organiques et inorganiques
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 10/0569 - Matériaux liquides caracterisés par les solvants
H01M 50/403 - Procédés de fabrication des séparateurs, des membranes ou des diaphragmes
H01M 50/451 - Séparateurs, membranes ou diaphragmes caractérisés par le matériau ayant une structure en couches comprenant des couches de matériau organique uniquement et des couches comprenant un matériau inorganique
H01M 50/489 - Séparateurs, membranes, diaphragmes ou éléments d’espacement dans les cellules caractérisés par leurs propriétés physiques, p. ex. degré de gonflement, hydrophilicité ou propriétés pour court-circuiter
Systems and methods for charging and discharging a plurality of batteries are described herein. In some embodiments, a system includes a battery module, an energy storage system electrically coupled to the battery module, a power source, and a controller. The energy storage system is operable in a first operating state in which energy is transferred from the energy storage system to the battery module to charge the battery module, and a second operating state in which energy is transferred from the battery module to the energy storage system to discharge the battery module. The power source electrically coupled to the energy storage system and is configured to transfer energy from the power source to the energy storage system based on an amount of stored energy in the energy storage system. The controller is operably coupled to the battery module and is configured to monitor and control a charging state of the battery module.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to systems and methods for continuously and/or semi-continuously manufacturing electrochemical cells with semi-solid electrodes. In some embodiments, a method can include mixing an active material, a conductive material, and an electrolyte to form a semi-solid electrode material. The method further includes drawing a vacuum on the semi-solid electrode material, compressing the semi-solid electrode material to form an electrode brick, and dispensing a portion of the electrode brick onto a current collector via a dispensation device to form an electrode. In some embodiments, the current collector is disposed on a pouch material. In some embodiments, the dispensation device includes a top blade for top edge control and two side plates for side edge control. In some embodiments, the method can further include conveying the electrode through the top blade and the two side plates to shape the electrode.
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
Embodiments described herein relate generally to apparatuses and processes for forming semi-solid electrodes having high active solids loading by removing excess electrolyte. In some embodiments, the semi-solid electrode material can be formed by mixing an active material and, optionally, a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte to form a suspension. In some embodiments, the semi-solid electrode material can be disposed onto a current collector to form an intermediate electrode. In some embodiments, the semi-solid electrode material can have a first composition in which the ratio of electrolyte to active material is between about 10:1 and about 1:1. In some embodiments, a method for converting the semi-solid electrode material from the first composition into the second composition includes removing a portion of the electrolyte from the semi-solid electrode material. In some embodiments, the method includes mechanically compressing the intermediate electrode to remove the portion of electrolyte from the semi-solid electrode material.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells including a selectively permeable membrane and systems and methods for manufacturing the same. In some embodiments, the selectively permeable membrane can include a solid-state electrolyte material. In some embodiments, electrochemical cells can include a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, an anode disposed on an anode current collector, and the selectively permeable membrane disposed therebetween. In some embodiments, the cathode and/or anode can include a slurry of an active material and a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, a catholyte can be different from an anolyte. In some embodiments, the catholyte can be optimized to improve the redox electrochemistry of the cathode and the anolyte can be optimized to improve the redox electrochemistry of the anode. In some embodiments, the selectively permeable membrane can be configured to isolate the catholyte from the anolyte.
H01M 10/056 - Accumulateurs à électrolyte non aqueux caractérisés par les matériaux utilisés comme électrolytes, p. ex. électrolytes mixtes inorganiques/organiques
6.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFUSION MIXING A SLURRY-BASED ELECTRODE
Embodiments described in this application relate generally to a system, an apparatus and/or methods for manufacturing electrodes by infusion electrolyte into compacted electrode materials. In some embodiments, a working electrode materials can be produced using an infusion mixing and manufacturing process. In some embodiments, a single-sided finished electrode can be produced directly from a dry powder mixture using an infusion mixing and manufacturing process. In some embodiments, a double-sided finished electrode can be produced directly from a dry powder mixture using an infusion mixing and manufacturing process. The electrodes produced by an infusion mixing and manufacturing process generally perform better than those produced by non-infusion processes.
B28B 3/00 - Fabrication d'objets façonnés en utilisant des pressesPresses spécialement adaptées à ce travail
B28B 3/20 - Fabrication d'objets façonnés en utilisant des pressesPresses spécialement adaptées à ce travail dans laquelle le matériau est extrudé
B28B 11/04 - Appareillages ou procédés pour le traitement ou le travail des objets façonnés pour le revêtement
B30B 11/02 - Presses spécialement adaptées à la fabrication d'objets à partir d'un matériau en grains ou à l'état plastique, p. ex. presses à briquettes ou presses à tablettes utilisant un pilon exerçant une pression sur le matériau dans une cavité de moulage
H01G 11/30 - Électrodes caractérisées par leur matériau
H01G 11/50 - Électrodes caractérisées par leur matériau spécialement adaptées aux condensateurs lithium-ion, p. ex. pour doper le lithium ou pour intercalation
H01G 11/86 - Procédés de fabrication de condensateurs hybrides ou EDL ou de leurs composants spécialement adaptés pour les électrodes
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 50/403 - Procédés de fabrication des séparateurs, des membranes ou des diaphragmes
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with one or more current collectors divided into segments, and methods of producing the same. A current collector divided into segments comprises a substantially planar conductive material including a connection region and an electrode region. The electrode region includes one or more dividers defining a plurality of electron flow paths. The plurality of electron flow paths direct the flow of electrons from the electrode region to the connection region. In some embodiments, the current collector includes a fuse section disposed between the electrode region and the connection region. In some embodiments, the fuse section can include a thin strip of conductive material, such that the thin strip of conductive material melts at a melting temperature and substantially prevent electron movement between the electrode region and the connection region.
Electrochemical cells and methods of making electrochemical cells are described herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a multi-layer sheet for encasing an electrode material for an electrochemical cell. The multi-layer sheet including an outer layer, an intermediate layer that includes a conductive substrate, and an inner layer disposed on a portion of the conductive substrate. The intermediate layer is disposed between the outer layer and the inner layer. The inner layer defines an opening through which a conductive region of the intermediate layer is exposed such that the electrode material can be electrically connected to the conductive region. Thus, the intermediate layer can serve as a current collector for the electrochemical cell.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 50/403 - Procédés de fabrication des séparateurs, des membranes ou des diaphragmes
A computation system includes a processor, and a memory storing executable instructions for performing operations comprising receiving a dimension of a nanocell, and communicating a nanocell signal to a simulation system to divide a modeled electrochemical cell into a plurality of nanocells based on the received dimension. A first set of first operating parameters, and a solve signal are communicated to cause the simulation system to determine a second operating parameter of each of the plurality of nanocells. The operations includes interrupting the simulation system after a predetermined number of iterative solving cycles, receiving a set of second operating parameters from the simulation system, receiving a second set of first operating parameters determined based at least on the set of second operating parameters, and communicating the second set of first operating parameters to the simulation system for determining an updated second operating parameter of each of the plurality of nanocells.
A computation system (300) includes a processor, and a memory storing executable instructions for performing operations comprising receiving a dimension of a nanocell, and communicating a nanocell signal to a simulation system to divide a modeled electrochemical cell into a plurality of nanocells based on the received dimension. A first set of first operating parameters, and a solve signal are communicated to cause the simulation system to determine a second operating parameter of each of the plurality of nanocells. The operations includes interrupting the simulation system after a predetermined number of iterative solving cycles, receiving a set of second operating parameters from the simulation system, receiving a second set of first operating parameters determined based at least on the set of second operating parameters, and communicating the second set of first operating parameters to the simulation system for determining an updated second operating parameter of each of the plurality of nanocells.
G06F 30/23 - Optimisation, vérification ou simulation de l’objet conçu utilisant les méthodes des éléments finis [MEF] ou les méthodes à différences finies [MDF]
G01R 31/36 - Dispositions pour le test, la mesure ou la surveillance de l’état électrique d’accumulateurs ou de batteries, p. ex. de la capacité ou de l’état de charge
G06F 119/06 - Analyse de puissance ou optimisation de puissance
G06F 119/08 - Analyse thermique ou optimisation thermique
13.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MINIMIZING AND PREVENTING DENDRITE FORMATION IN ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 50/403 - Procédés de fabrication des séparateurs, des membranes ou des diaphragmes
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells having dual electrolytes, systems of such electrochemical cells, and methods for manufacturing the same. In some embodiments, electrochemical cells can include a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, an anode disposed on an anode current collector, and a separator disposed therebetween. In some embodiments, the separator can include materials that fluidically and/or chemically isolate the anode from the cathode. In some embodiments, the cathode and/or anode can include a slurry of an active material and a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, the anode can be fluidically coupled to an anode degassing port. In some embodiments, the cathode can be fluidically coupled to a cathode degassing port.
H01M 50/30 - Aménagements pour faciliter l’échappement des gaz
H01M 10/0587 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure enroulés, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives enroulées, des électrodes négatives enroulées et des séparateurs enroulés
H01M 50/20 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports
H01M 50/502 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie
15.
SHORT-CIRCUIT PROTECTION OF BATTERY CELLS USING FUSES
Apparatus, systems, and methods described herein relate to safety devices for electrochemical cells comprising an electrode tab electrically coupled to an electrode, the electrode including an electrode material disposed on a current collector. In some embodiments, a fuse can be operably coupled to or formed in the electrode tab. In some embodiments, the fuse can be formed by removing a portion of the electrode tab. In some embodiments, the fuse can include a thin strip of electrically resistive material configured to electrically couple multiple electrodes. In some embodiments, the current collector can include a metal-coated deformable mesh material such that the current collector is self-fusing. In some embodiments, the fuse can be configured to deform, break, melt, or otherwise discontinue electrical communication between the electrode and other components of the electrochemical cell in response to a high current condition, a high voltage condition, or a high temperature condition.
Embodiments described herein relate to dispensation of semi-solid electrode material. In some aspects a method of forming an electrode ribbon can include dispensing an entry stream of semi-solid electrode material into a nozzle, while the entry stream is in the nozzle, dividing the entry stream into a first substream and a second substream, while the first substream and the second substream are in the nozzle, rejoining the first substream and the second substream to form a rejoined stream, dispensing the rejoined stream out of the nozzle onto a current collector via an orifice to form an electrode ribbon. In some embodiments, the dividing can be via a rib disposed along an interior surface of the nozzle. In some embodiments, the entry stream can be divided into a first substream, a second substream, and a third substream.
B05C 5/02 - Appareillages dans lesquels un liquide ou autre matériau fluide est projeté, versé ou répandu sur la surface de l'ouvrage à partir d'un dispositif de sortie en contact, ou presque en contact, avec l'ouvrage
17.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS WITH VENTS, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical devices and electrochemical cells with vents and venting mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical device can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, a separator disposed between the anode and the cathode, a first film disposed on the anode current collector and having outer edges extending beyond outer edges of the anode current collector, and a second film disposed on the cathode current collector and having outer edges extending beyond outer edges of the cathode current collector, the second film bonded to the first film along a sealing region to form a pouch, the pouch having an internal pressure, the sealing region including a first portion and a second portion, the second portion configured to fail at a lower internal pressure than the first portion.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 10/0587 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure enroulés, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives enroulées, des électrodes négatives enroulées et des séparateurs enroulés
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with multiple separators, and methods of producing the same. A method of producing an electrochemical cell can include disposing an anode material onto an anode current collector, disposing a first separator on the anode material, disposing a cathode material onto a cathode current collector, disposing a second separator onto the cathode material, and disposing the first separator on the second separator to form the electrochemical cell. The anode material and/or the cathode material can be a semi-solid electrode material including an active material, a conductive material, and a volume of liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, less than about 10% by volume of the liquid electrolyte evaporates during the forming of the electrochemical cell. In some embodiments, the method can further include wetting the first separator and/or the second separator with an electrolyte solution prior to coupling the first separator to the second separator.
H01M 50/414 - Résines synthétiques, p. ex. thermoplastiques ou thermodurcissables
H01M 4/131 - Électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/136 - Électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
H01M 4/1391 - Procédés de fabrication d'électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/1397 - Procédés de fabrication d’électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with multiple separators, and methods of producing the same. A method of producing an electrochemical cell can include disposing an anode material onto an anode current collector, disposing a first separator on the anode material, disposing a cathode material onto a cathode current collector, disposing a second separator onto the cathode material, and disposing the first separator on the second separator to form the electrochemical cell. The anode material and/or the cathode material can be a semi-solid electrode material including an active material, a conductive material, and a volume of liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, less than about 10% by volume of the liquid electrolyte evaporates during the forming of the electrochemical cell. In some embodiments, the method can further include wetting the first separator and/or the second separator with an electrolyte solution prior to coupling the first separator to the second separator.
H01M 50/414 - Résines synthétiques, p. ex. thermoplastiques ou thermodurcissables
H01M 4/131 - Électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/136 - Électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
H01M 4/1391 - Procédés de fabrication d'électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/1397 - Procédés de fabrication d’électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with multiple separators, and methods of producing the same. A method of producing an electrochemical cell can include disposing an anode material onto an anode current collector, disposing a first separator on the anode material, disposing a cathode material onto a cathode current collector, disposing a second separator onto the cathode material, and disposing the first separator on the second separator to form the electrochemical cell. The anode material and/or the cathode material can be a semi-solid electrode material including an active material, a conductive material, and a volume of liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, less than about 10% by volume of the liquid electrolyte evaporates during the forming of the electrochemical cell. In some embodiments, the method can further include wetting the first separator and/or the second separator with an electrolyte solution prior to coupling the first separator to the second separator.
H01M 50/414 - Résines synthétiques, p. ex. thermoplastiques ou thermodurcissables
H01M 4/131 - Électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/136 - Électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
H01M 4/1391 - Procédés de fabrication d'électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/1397 - Procédés de fabrication d’électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
Produits et services
Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; consumer
electronics products; telecommunication storage batteries;
electric vessels and marine batteries (terms considered too
vague by the International Bureau - Rule 13 (2) (b) of the
Regulations); lithium metal batteries and battery material;
electric drone and electric aviation batteries; electric
batteries for powering electric vehicles. Battery heating element incorporated in between electrodes
(terms considered too vague by the International Bureau -
Rule 13 (2) (b) of the Regulations).
22.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL MATERIAL RECYCLING
Embodiments described herein relate to recycling of electrochemical cell materials. In some aspects, a method can include separating a stack pouch material from an electrochemical cell stack, separating a plurality of unit cells from the electrochemical cell stack into individual unit cells, cutting within a heat seal of a cell pouch of a unit cell from the plurality of unit cells, separating a cathode material and a cathode current collector away from a separator, an anode material, and an anode current collector of the unit cell, placing the cathode material and the cathode current collector in a solvent bath with the cathode current collector facing downward, separating the cathode material from the cathode current collector via an ultrasonic probe, separating solids and liquids of the cathode material, drying the solids of the cathode material, and incorporating the solids of the cathode material into a new cathode mixture.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to methods for the remediation of electrochemical cell electrodes. In some embodiments, a method includes obtaining an electrode material. At least a portion of the electrode material is rinsed to remove a residue therefrom. The electrode material is separated into constituents for reuse.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Battery electrolytes. Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; consumer
electronics products; telecommunication storage batteries;
electric vessels and marine batteries (terms considered too
vague by the International Bureau - Rule 13 (2) (b) of the
Regulations); lithium metal batteries and battery material;
electric drone and electric aviation batteries; electric
batteries for powering electric vehicles.
26.
FLOW RATE EQUALIZERS FOR COOLING ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL SYSTEMS
Embodiments described herein relate to a plenum including an inlet configured to receive fluid from a coolant system, a plurality of outlets configured to fluidly couple to a plurality of heat exchangers, and a tapered portion corresponding to the plurality of outlets, the tapered configured to maintain the fluid at a desired speed. In some embodiments, the tapered portion can include a first portion defining a first taper rate and a second portion defining a second taper rate. In some embodiments, the second taper rate can be lower than the first taper rate. In some embodiments, the inlet can include two inlet ports.
F28F 9/02 - Boîtes de distributionPlaques d'extrémité
H01M 10/617 - Types de commande de la température pour réaliser l'uniformité ou une répartition désirée de la température
H01M 10/647 - Éléments prismatiques ou plans, p. ex. éléments de type poche
H01M 10/6557 - Composants solides comprenant des canaux d'écoulement ou des tubes pour un échange de chaleur disposés entre les éléments
H01M 10/613 - Refroidissement ou maintien du froid
H01M 10/6563 - Gaz avec circulation forcée, p. ex. par des soufflantes
H01M 10/6566 - Moyens dans l'écoulement du gaz pour guider l'écoulement autour d'un ou plusieurs éléments, p. ex. collecteurs, chicanes ou autres barrières
27.
DIRECT REGENERATION OF SPENT LITHIUM ELECTRODES VIA HEAT TREATMENT
National Science and Technology Development Agency (Thaïlande)
Inventeur(s)
Kunanusont, Nattanai
Limthongkul, Pimpa
Chen, Junzheng
Tammawat, Phontip
Sesuk, Thanathon
Buakeaw, Sunisa
Eiamlamai, Priew
Abrégé
Embodiments described herein relate to regeneration of lithium-deficient electrodes (e.g., lithium iron phosphate, LFP). The process includes multiple steps of heat treatment. The first step includes mixing spent electrode material with lithium carbonate. The lithium carbonate and the spent LFP are then subject to a heating process in an all-nitrogen environment. The first heat treatment brings the materials up to about 550° C. to remove excess water and oxygen. The second heat treatment brings the materials up to about 1,000° C., where they are sintered together to form a like-new electrode material.
H01M 4/485 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers, p. ex. LiTi2O4 ou LiTi2OxFy
A separator for a lithium battery is a coating of an inorganic oxide (for example, aluminum oxide) and an organic polymer (for example, polyvinylidene difluoride (PVdF)). In a method, the separator is formed on an electrode material layer (for example, graphite) of an anode electrode. In a first pre-wetting step, a first liquid comprising a first volatile liquid is applied to the electrode material such that pores in the material are filled. In a second step, a second liquid is applied over the first liquid. The second liquid includes inorganic oxide particles and the organic polymer dispersed in a second volatile liquid. The first and second volatile liquids are then substantially removed (for example, by evaporation in a drying oven) thereby leaving the separator coating on the electrode material of the anode, and leaving the pores filled with a gel or solid electrolytic polymer material.
NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (Thaïlande)
GLOBAL POWER SYNERGY PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED (Thaïlande)
Inventeur(s)
Kunanusont, Nattanai
Limthongkul, Pimpa
Chen, Junzheng
Tammawat, Phontip
Sesuk, Thanathon
Buakeaw, Sunisa
Eiamlamai, Priew
Abrégé
Embodiments described herein relate to regeneration of lithium-deficient electrodes (e.g., lithium iron phosphate, LFP). The process includes multiple steps of heat treatment. The first step includes mixing spent electrode material with lithium carbonate. The lithium carbonate and the spent LFP are then subject to a heating process in an all-nitrogen environment. The first heat treatment brings the materials up to about 550°C to remove excess water and oxygen. The second heat treatment brings the materials up to about 1,000°C, where they are sintered together to form a like-new electrode material.
H01M 4/131 - Électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/1391 - Procédés de fabrication d'électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
H01M 4/505 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques de manganèse d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes contenant du manganèse pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers, p. ex. LiMn2O4 ou LiMn2OxFy
H01M 4/525 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques de nickel, de cobalt ou de fer d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes contenant du fer, du cobalt ou du nickel pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers, p. ex. LiNiO2, LiCoO2 ou LiCoOxFy
Embodiments described herein relate to an electrochemical cell assembly. The electrochemical cell assembly includes a plurality of electrochemical cells arranged in a stack ad a compression assembly. The compression assembly includes a first planar sheet in contact with a first side of the stack, at least one structural member disposed on a first side of the first planar sheet, and a second planar sheet disposed on the at least one structural member, the second planar sheet configured to exert a compressive force on the at least one structural members such that the at least one structural member causes the first planar sheet to exert a substantially uniform distributed pressure on the stack.
H01M 50/204 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules
H01M 50/242 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par les propriétés physiques des boîtiers ou des bâtis, p. ex. dimensions adaptés pour protéger les batteries contre les vibrations, les collisions ou le gonflement
H01M 50/289 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par des éléments d’espacement ou des moyens de positionnement dans les racks, les cadres ou les blocs
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31.
COMPRESSION SYSTEMS FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL STACKS
Embodiments described herein relate to an electrochemical cell assembly. The electrochemical cell assembly includes a plurality of electrochemical cells arranged in a stack ad a compression assembly. The compression assembly includes a first planar sheet in contact with a first side of the stack, at least one structural member disposed on a first side of the first planar sheet, and a second planar sheet disposed on the at least one structural member, the second planar sheet configured to exert a compressive force on the at least one structural members such that the at least one structural member causes the first planar sheet to exert a substantially uniform distributed pressure on the stack.
H01M 50/242 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par les propriétés physiques des boîtiers ou des bâtis, p. ex. dimensions adaptés pour protéger les batteries contre les vibrations, les collisions ou le gonflement
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/291 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par des éléments d’espacement ou des moyens de positionnement dans les racks, les cadres ou les blocs caractérisés par leur forme
32.
Systems and methods for minimizing and preventing dendrite formation in electrochemical cells
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
Systems and methods for charging and discharging a plurality of batteries are described herein. In some embodiments, a system includes a battery module, an energy storage system electrically coupled to the battery module, a power source, and a controller. The energy storage system is operable in a first operating state in which energy is transferred from the energy storage system to the battery module to charge the battery module, and a second operating state in which energy is transferred from the battery module to the energy storage system to discharge the battery module. The power source electrically coupled to the energy storage system and is configured to transfer energy from the power source to the energy storage system based on an amount of stored energy in the energy storage system. The controller is operably coupled to the battery module and is configured to monitor and control a charging state of the battery module.
Redox flow devices are described in which at least one of the positive electrode or negative electrode-active materials is a semi-solid or is a condensed ion-storing electroactive material, and in which at least one of the electrode-active materials is transported to and from an assembly at which the electrochemical reaction occurs, producing electrical energy. The electronic conductivity of the semi-solid is increased by the addition of conductive particles to suspensions and/or via the surface modification of the solid in semi-solids (e.g., by coating the solid with a more electron conductive coating material to increase the power of the device). High energy density and high power redox flow devices are disclosed. The redox flow devices described herein can also include one or more inventive design features. In addition, inventive chemistries for use in redox flow devices are also described.
H01M 8/18 - Éléments à combustible à régénération, p. ex. batteries à flux REDOX ou éléments à combustible secondaires
B60L 50/72 - Détails de construction des piles à combustible spécialement adaptées aux véhicules électriques
B60L 58/27 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries pour la commande de la température des batteries par chauffage
H01M 8/20 - Éléments à combustible indirects, p. ex. éléments à combustible avec un couple REDOX irréversible
35.
PRE-LITHIATION OF ELECTRODE MATERIALS IN A SEMI-SOLID ELECTRODE
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells having pre-lithiated semi-solid electrodes, and particularly to semi-solid electrodes that are pre-lithiated during the mixing of the semi-solid electrode slurry such that a solid-electrolyte interface (SEI) layer is formed in the semi-solid electrode before the electrochemical cell formation. In some embodiments, a semi-solid electrode includes about 20% to about 90% by volume of an active material, about 0% to about 25% by volume of a conductive material, about 10% to about 70% by volume of a liquid electrolyte, and lithium (as lithium metal, a lithium-containing material, and/or a lithium metal equivalent) in an amount sufficient to substantially pre-lithiate the active material. The lithium metal is configured to form a solid-electrolyte interface (SEI) layer on a surface of the active material before an initial charging cycle of an electrochemical cell that includes the semi-solid electrode.
H01M 4/133 - Électrodes à base de matériau carboné, p. ex. composés d'intercalation du graphite ou CFx
H01M 4/134 - Électrodes à base de métaux, de Si ou d'alliages
H01M 4/1393 - Procédés de fabrication d’électrodes à base de matériau carboné, p. ex. composés au graphite d'intercalation ou CFx
H01M 4/1395 - Procédés de fabrication d’électrodes à base de métaux, de Si ou d'alliages
H01M 4/36 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs
H01M 4/485 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers, p. ex. LiTi2O4 ou LiTi2OxFy
H01M 4/587 - Matériau carboné, p. ex. composés au graphite d'intercalation ou CFx pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers
H01M 4/62 - Emploi de substances spécifiées inactives comme ingrédients pour les masses actives, p. ex. liants, charges
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
Embodiments described herein relate to a plenum including an inlet configured to receive fluid from a coolant system, a plurality of outlets configured to fluidly couple to a plurality of heat exchangers, and a tapered portion corresponding to the plurality of outlets, the tapered configured to maintain the fluid at a desired speed. In some embodiments, the tapered portion can include a first portion defining a first taper rate and a second portion defining a second taper rate. In some embodiments, the second taper rate can be lower than the first taper rate. In some embodiments, the inlet can include two inlet ports.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Battery electrolytes. Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries
for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer
electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage
batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries
and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery
separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries
for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer
electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage
batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries
and battery components, namely anode materials, cathode
materials, electrolyte materials, and separators; electric
drone and electric aviation batteries.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Battery electrolytes. Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries
for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer
electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage
batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries
and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery
separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Battery electrolytes. Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries
for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer
electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage
batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries
and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery
separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries.
41.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL SYSTEMS WITH MULTI-CHAMBER COOLING DEVICES, AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to heat transfer plates and adjacent chambers for transferring heat away from electrochemical cells. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell system can include a cooling device with a first plate, a second plate coupled to the first plate to form a first outer chamber, a third plate coupled to the second plate to form an inner chamber, a fourth plate coupled to the third plate to form a second outer chamber, and a chamber return coupled to the first plate, the second plate, the third plate, and the fourth plate, the chamber return configured to guide fluid flow from the first outer chamber and the second outer chamber to the inner chamber. The electrochemical cell system includes a first electrochemical cell disposed on an outer surface of the first plate; and a second electrochemical cell disposed on an outer surface of the fourth plate.
H01M 10/651 - Moyens de commande de la température associés de façon structurelle avec les éléments caractérisés par des paramètres spécifiés par une valeur numérique ou une formule mathématique, p. ex. rapports, tailles ou concentrations
H01M 10/6556 - Composants solides comprenant des canaux d'écoulement ou des tubes pour un échange de chaleur
Embodiments described herein relate to heat transfer plates and adjacent chambers for transferring heat away from electrochemical cells. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell system can include a cooling device with a first plate, a second plate coupled to the first plate to form a first outer chamber, a third plate coupled to the second plate to form an inner chamber, a fourth plate coupled to the third plate to form a second outer chamber, and a chamber return coupled to the first plate, the second plate, the third plate, and the fourth plate, the chamber return configured to guide fluid flow from the first outer chamber and the second outer chamber to the inner chamber. The electrochemical cell system includes a first electrochemical cell disposed on an outer surface of the first plate; and a second electrochemical cell disposed on an outer surface of the fourth plate.
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 10/056 - Accumulateurs à électrolyte non aqueux caractérisés par les matériaux utilisés comme électrolytes, p. ex. électrolytes mixtes inorganiques/organiques
H01M 10/42 - Procédés ou dispositions pour assurer le fonctionnement ou l'entretien des éléments secondaires ou des demi-éléments secondaires
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 4/02 - Électrodes composées d'un ou comprenant un matériau actif
44.
Systems and methods for minimizing and preventing dendrite formation in electrochemical cells
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 50/403 - Procédés de fabrication des séparateurs, des membranes ou des diaphragmes
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cell assemblies with structural members for application of compressive force. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell assembly can include a plurality of electrochemical cells arranged in a stack, a first planar sheet in contact with a first side of the stack, a second planar sheet in contact with a second side of the stack, a first structural member in compressive contact with the first planar sheet, and a second structural member in compressive contact with the second planar sheet, wherein the compressive contact between the first structural member and the first planar sheet and the compressive contact between the second structural member and the second planar sheet collectively provide structural rigidity to the electrochemical cell assembly.
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/211 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules en forme de poche
H01M 50/233 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par les propriétés physiques des boîtiers ou des bâtis, p. ex. dimensions
H01M 50/242 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par les propriétés physiques des boîtiers ou des bâtis, p. ex. dimensions adaptés pour protéger les batteries contre les vibrations, les collisions ou le gonflement
H01M 50/262 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports avec des moyens de fixation, p. ex. des serrures
H01M 8/2404 - Procédés ou appareillages pour le groupement d’éléments à combustible
H01M 8/2475 - Enceintes, boîtiers ou récipients d’empilements d’éléments à combustible
H01M 8/248 - Moyens pour comprimer les empilements d’éléments à combustible
H01M 50/264 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports avec des moyens de fixation, p. ex. des serrures pour des cellules ou des batteries, p. ex. cadres périphériques, courroies ou tiges
46.
LARGE ASPECT RATIO ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL MODULES, AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cell assemblies with structural members for application of compressive force. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell assembly can include a plurality of electrochemical cells arranged in a stack, a first planar sheet in contact with a first side of the stack, a second planar sheet in contact with a second side of the stack, a first structural member in compressive contact with the first planar sheet, and a second structural member in compressive contact with the second planar sheet, wherein the compressive contact between the first structural member and the first planar sheet and the compressive contact between the second structural member and the second planar sheet collectively provide structural rigidity to the electrochemical cell assembly.
H01M 50/264 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports avec des moyens de fixation, p. ex. des serrures pour des cellules ou des batteries, p. ex. cadres périphériques, courroies ou tiges
H01M 50/211 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules en forme de poche
H01M 50/291 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports caractérisés par des éléments d’espacement ou des moyens de positionnement dans les racks, les cadres ou les blocs caractérisés par leur forme
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Battery electrolytes. Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries
for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer
electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage
batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries
and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery
separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries.
48.
Systems and methods for minimizing and preventing dendrite formation in electrochemical cells
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, the cathode having a first thickness at a proximal end of the cathode and a second thickness at a distal end of the cathode, the second thickness greater than the first thickness, a first separator disposed on the anode, a second separator disposed on the cathode, an interlayer disposed between the first separator and the second separator, the interlayer including electroactive material and having a proximal end and a distal end, and a power source electrically connected to the proximal end of the cathode and the proximal end of the interlayer, the power source configured to maintain a voltage difference between the cathode and the interlayer below a threshold value.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
Embodiments described herein relate to heat transfer plates with dimples for removal of heat from electrochemical cell systems. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell system can include a first electrochemical cell, a second electrochemical cell, a first planar sheet contacting the first electrochemical cell, the first planar sheet including a first plurality of dimples, and a second planar sheet contacting the second electrochemical cell, the second planar sheet extending parallel to the first planar sheet, the second planar sheet separated from the first planar sheet by a separation distance, the second planar sheet including a second plurality of dimples, wherein the first plurality of dimples and the second plurality of dimples are both configured to induce turbulence in an air stream flowing parallel to the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet.
Embodiments described herein relate to heat transfer plates with dimples for removal of heat from electrochemical cell systems. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell system can include a first electrochemical cell, a second electrochemical cell, a first planar sheet contacting the first electrochemical cell, the first planar sheet including a first plurality of dimples, and a second planar sheet contacting the second electrochemical cell, the second planar sheet extending parallel to the first planar sheet, the second planar sheet separated from the first planar sheet by a separation distance, the second planar sheet including a second plurality of dimples, wherein the first plurality of dimples and the second plurality of dimples are both configured to induce turbulence in an air stream flowing parallel to the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet.
Embodiments described herein relate to divided energy electrochemical cells and electrochemical cell systems. Divided energy electrochemical cells and electrochemical cell systems include a first electrochemical cell and a second electrochemical cell connected in parallel. Both electrochemical cells include a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, an anode disposed on an anode current collector, and a separator disposed between the anode and the cathode. In some embodiments, the first electrochemical cell can have different performance properties from the second electrochemical cell. For example, the first electrochemical cell can have a high energy density while the second electrochemical cell can have a high power density. In some embodiments, the first electrochemical cell can have a battery chemistry, thickness, or any other physical/chemical property different from those properties of the second electrochemical cell.
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
H01M 4/133 - Électrodes à base de matériau carboné, p. ex. composés d'intercalation du graphite ou CFx
H01M 4/136 - Électrodes à base de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFy
H01M 4/58 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFyEmploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs de structures polyanioniques, p. ex. phosphates, silicates ou borates
H01M 4/587 - Matériau carboné, p. ex. composés au graphite d'intercalation ou CFx pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
52.
HIGH ENERGY-DENSITY COMPOSITION-GRADIENT ELECTRODES AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate generally to devices, systems and methods of producing high energy density electrodes including a first electrode material disposed on a current collector and having a first porosity, and a second electrode material disposed on the first electrode material and having a second porosity less than the first porosity. In some embodiments, the second electrode material includes a mixture of an active material and a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, the first electrode materials can have a different composition than the second electrode material. In some embodiments, the first electrode material can include a high-capacity material such as tin, silicon antimony, aluminum, or titanium oxide. In some embodiments, a lithium-containing material can be disposed between the first electrode material and the second electrode material.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells having semi-solid electrodes that include a gel polymer additive such that the electrodes demonstrate longer cycle life while significantly retaining the electronic performance of the electrodes and the electrochemical cells formed therefrom. In some embodiments, a semi-solid electrode can include about 20% to about 75% by volume of an active material, about 0.5% to about 25% by volume of a conductive material, and about 20% to about 70% by volume of an electrolyte. The electrolyte further includes about 0.01% to about 1.5% by weight of a polymer additive. In some embodiments, the electrolyte can include about 0.1% to about 0.7% of the polymer additive.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells having high rate capability, and more particularly to devices, systems and methods of producing high capacity and high rate capability batteries having relatively thick semi-solid electrodes. In some embodiments, an electrochemical cell includes an anode and a semi-solid cathode. The semi-solid cathode includes a suspension of an active material of about 35% to about 75% by volume of an active material and about 0.5% to about 8% by volume of a conductive material in a non-aqueous liquid electrolyte. An ion-permeable membrane is disposed between the anode and the semi-solid cathode. The semi-solid cathode has a thickness of about 250 μm to about 2,000 μm, and the electrochemical cell has an area specific capacity of at least about 7 mAh/cm2 at a C-rate of C/4. In some embodiments, the semi-solid cathode slurry has a mixing index of at least about 0.9.
Apparatus, systems, and methods described herein relate to the manufacture and use of single pouch battery cells. In some embodiments, an electrochemical cell includes a first current collector coupled to a first portion of a pouch, the first current collector having a first electrode material disposed thereon, a second current collector coupled to a second portion of the pouch, the second current collector having a second electrode material disposed thereon, and a separator disposed between the first electrode material and the second electrode material. The first portion of the pouch is coupled to the second portion of the pouch to enclose the electrochemical cell.
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
H01M 50/528 - Connexions électriques fixes, c.-à-d. non prévues pour être déconnectées
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
56.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL STACKS WITH SERIES CONNECTIONS, AND METHODS OF PRODUCING, OPERATING, AND MONITORING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells and multicells. A multicell can include a cell packaging that includes two or more electrochemical cells connected in series internal to the cell packaging. In some aspects, an apparatus includes a plurality of electrochemical cell stacks each including a plurality of electrochemical cells connected in series, a first electrically conductive plate including a first section and a second section, and a second electrically conductive plate. The first section of the first electrically conductive plate is in contact with a first terminal end of a first electrochemical cell stack from the plurality of electrochemical cell stacks. The second section of the first electrically conductive plate is in contact with a first terminal end of a second electrochemical cell stack from the plurality of electrochemical cell stacks.
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/503 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie caractérisées par la forme des interconnecteurs
H01M 50/509 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie caractérisées par le type de connexion, p. ex. connexions mixtes
H02J 7/35 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon avec des cellules sensibles à la lumière
57.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL STACKS WITH SERIES CONNECTIONS, AND METHODS OF PRODUCING, OPERATING, AND MONITORING THE SAME
In some aspects, a method of monitoring health of an electrochemical cell can include measuring a first anode voltage at a first anode tab from the plurality of anode tabs and a second anode voltage at a second anode tab from the plurality of anode tabs; measuring a first cathode voltage at a first cathode tab from the plurality of cathode tabs and a second cathode voltage at a second cathode tab from the plurality of cathode tabs; and calculating a first sense voltage, the first sense voltage being a difference between the first cathode voltage and the first anode voltage. In some embodiments, a second sense voltage can be calculated, the second sense voltage being a difference between the second cathode voltage and the second anode voltage. In some embodiments, a difference between the first sense voltage and the second sense voltage can be calculated.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 50/531 - Connexions d’électrodes dans un boîtier de batterie
G01R 31/392 - Détermination du vieillissement ou de la dégradation de la batterie, p. ex. état de santé
G01R 31/3835 - Dispositions pour la surveillance de variables des batteries ou des accumulateurs, p. ex. état de charge ne faisant intervenir que des mesures de tension
58.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL STACKS WITH SERIES CONNECTIONS, AND METHODS OF PRODUCING, OPERATING, AND MONITORING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells and multicells. A multicell can include a cell packaging that includes two or more electrochemical cells connected in series internal to the cell packaging. In some aspects, an apparatus includes a plurality of electrochemical cell stacks each including a plurality of electrochemical cells connected in series, a first electrically conductive plate including a first section and a second section, and a second electrically conductive plate. The first section of the first electrically conductive plate is in contact with a first terminal end of a first electrochemical cell stack from the plurality of electrochemical cell stacks. The second section of the first electrically conductive plate is in contact with a first terminal end of a second electrochemical cell stack from the plurality of electrochemical cell stacks.
H01M 50/503 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie caractérisées par la forme des interconnecteurs
H01M 50/209 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules prismatiques ou rectangulaires
H01M 50/264 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports avec des moyens de fixation, p. ex. des serrures pour des cellules ou des batteries, p. ex. cadres périphériques, courroies ou tiges
In some aspects a method of monitoring an electrochemical cell stack can include measuring an anode voltage difference between a first anode tab from a plurality of anode tabs and a second anode tab from the plurality of anode tabs, measuring a cathode voltage difference between a first cathode tab from a plurality of cathode tabs and a second cathode tab from the plurality of cathode tabs, and calculating a difference between the cathode voltage and the anode voltage. In some embodiments, the first cathode tab and the first anode tab can be located at a proximal end of the electrochemical cell. In some embodiments, a distance between the first anode tab and the second anode tab is within about 5% of the distance between the first cathode tab and the second cathode tab.
H01M 50/251 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports spécialement adaptés aux dispositifs fixes, p. ex. production d’énergie tampon ou production d’énergie de secours
H01M 50/569 - Détails de construction des connexions conductrices de courant pour détecter les conditions à l'intérieur des cellules ou des batteries, p. ex. détails des bornes de détection de tension
H02S 40/38 - Moyens de stockage de l’énergie, p. ex. batteries, structurellement associés aux modules PV
H02S 40/36 - Composants électriques caractérisés par des moyens d'interconnexions électriques spéciaux entre plusieurs modules PV, p. ex. connexion électrique module à module
The embodiments described herein involve electrochemical cells that have a heating element integrated into the electrochemical cell. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell comprises an anode current collector, an anode material disposed on the anode current collector, a cathode current collector, a cathode material disposed on a first side of the cathode current collector, a separator disposed between the anode material and the cathode material, and a heating element disposed on a second side of the cathode current collector, the second side opposite the first side. The heating element may include an electrically conductive material and a conductive material and disposed in an insulative material.
In some aspects, a method of monitoring health of an electrochemical cell can include measuring a first anode voltage at a first anode tab from the plurality of anode tabs and a second anode voltage at a second anode tab from the plurality of anode tabs; measuring a first cathode voltage at a first cathode tab from the plurality of cathode tabs and a second cathode voltage at a second cathode tab from the plurality of cathode tabs; and calculating a first sense voltage, the first sense voltage being a difference between the first cathode voltage and the first anode voltage. In some embodiments, a second sense voltage can be calculated, the second sense voltage being a difference between the second cathode voltage and the second anode voltage. In some embodiments, a difference between the first sense voltage and the second sense voltage can be calculated.
H01M 50/531 - Connexions d’électrodes dans un boîtier de batterie
H01M 50/538 - Connexions de plusieurs conducteurs ou languettes d’électrodes empilées enroulées ou pliées
H02J 7/35 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon avec des cellules sensibles à la lumière
H02J 7/34 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
62.
SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING HEAT TO ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL STACKS
The embodiments described herein involve electrochemical cells that have a heating element integrated into the electrochemical cell. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell comprises an anode current collector, an anode material disposed on the anode current collector, a cathode current collector, a cathode material disposed on a first side of the cathode current collector, a separator disposed between the anode material and the cathode material, and a heating element disposed on a second side of the cathode current collector, the second side opposite the first side. The heating element may include an electrically conductive material and a conductive material and disposed in an insulative material.
H01M 10/613 - Refroidissement ou maintien du froid
H01M 10/647 - Éléments prismatiques ou plans, p. ex. éléments de type poche
H01M 10/653 - Moyens de commande de la température associés de façon structurelle avec les éléments caractérisés par des matériaux électriquement isolants ou thermiquement conducteurs
H01M 10/654 - Moyens de commande de la température associés de façon structurelle avec les éléments situés à l'intérieur du boîtier des éléments, p. ex. mandrins, électrodes ou électrolytes
H01M 10/658 - Moyens de commande de la température associés de façon structurelle avec les éléments par isolation ou protection thermique
H01M 10/42 - Procédés ou dispositions pour assurer le fonctionnement ou l'entretien des éléments secondaires ou des demi-éléments secondaires
H01M 10/60 - Chauffage ou refroidissementCommande de la température
H01M 50/531 - Connexions d’électrodes dans un boîtier de batterie
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
H02J 7/34 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
H02J 7/35 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon avec des cellules sensibles à la lumière
In some aspects a method of monitoring an electrochemical cell stack can include measuring an anode voltage difference between a first anode tab from a plurality of anode tabs and a second anode tab from the plurality of anode tabs, measuring a cathode voltage difference between a first cathode tab from a plurality of cathode tabs and a second cathode tab from the plurality of cathode tabs, and calculating a difference between the cathode voltage and the anode voltage. In some embodiments, the first cathode tab and the first anode tab can be located at a proximal end of the electrochemical cell. In some embodiments, a distance between the first anode tab and the second anode tab is within about 5% of the distance between the first cathode tab and the second cathode tab.
H02J 7/35 - Fonctionnement en parallèle, dans des réseaux, de batteries avec d'autres sources à courant continu, p. ex. batterie tampon avec des cellules sensibles à la lumière
64.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS WITH REINFORCED CURRENT COLLECTORS, AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells and electrodes with reinforced current collectors. In some embodiments, an electrode can include a current collector and an electrode material disposed on a first side of the current collector. A reinforcing layer can be disposed on a second side of the current collector. The reinforcing layer can have a modulus of elasticity sufficient to reduce the amount of stretching incident on the current collector during operation of the electrode. In some embodiments, a polymer film can be disposed on the reinforcing material. In some embodiments, the electrode can further include an adhesive polymer disposed between the reinforcing material and the polymer film. In some embodiments, the reinforcing material can have a thickness of less than about 10 μm. In some embodiments, the reinforcing layer can include an adhesive polymer.
Provided are methods of preparing lithium batteries comprising a separator/electrode assembly having one or more current collector layers interposed between first and second electrode layers of the same polarity, wherein the first electrode layer is coated or laminated overlying a separator layer and the separator/electrode assembly is interleaved with an electrode comprising a current collector layer interposed between two electrode layers of opposite polarity to said first and second electrodes.
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
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Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage
batteries; electrical storage batteries; consumer
electronics products; telecommunication storage batteries;
electric vessels and marine batteries (terms considered too
vague by the International Bureau - Rule 13 (2) (b) of the
Regulations); lithium metal batteries and battery material;
electric drone and electric aviation batteries; electric
batteries for powering electric vehicles.
67.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS WITH HIGH-VISCOSITY SEMI-SOLID ELECTRODES, AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate to electrode and electrochemical cell material recycling. Recycling electrode materials can save significant costs, both for quenching chemicals and for the costs of the materials themselves. Separation processes described herein include centrifuge separation, settler separation, flocculant separation, froth flotation, hydro cyclone, vibratory screening, air classification, and magnetic separation. In some embodiments, methods described herein can include any combination of froth flotation, air classification, and magnetic separation. In some embodiments, electrolyte can be separated from active and/or conductive materials via drying, subcritical or supercritical carbon dioxide extraction, solvent mass extraction (e.g., with non-aqueous or aqueous solvents), and/or freeze-drying. By applying these separation processes, high purity raw products can be isolated. These products can be re-used or sold to a third party. Processes described herein are scalable to large cell production facilities.
H01M 4/13 - Électrodes pour accumulateurs à électrolyte non aqueux, p. ex. pour accumulateurs au lithiumLeurs procédés de fabrication
H01M 4/133 - Électrodes à base de matériau carboné, p. ex. composés d'intercalation du graphite ou CFx
H01M 4/134 - Électrodes à base de métaux, de Si ou d'alliages
H01M 4/36 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs
H01M 4/38 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'éléments simples ou d'alliages
H01M 4/587 - Matériau carboné, p. ex. composés au graphite d'intercalation ou CFx pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers
H01M 8/20 - Éléments à combustible indirects, p. ex. éléments à combustible avec un couple REDOX irréversible
H01M 8/22 - Éléments à combustible dans lesquels le combustible est à base de matériaux comprenant du carbone, de l'oxygène ou de l'hydrogène et d'autres élémentsÉléments à combustible dans lesquels le combustible est à base de matériaux comprenant uniquement des éléments autres que le carbone, l'oxygène ou l'hydrogène
Embodiments described herein relate to electrode and electrochemical cell material recycling. Recycling electrode materials can save significant costs, both for quenching chemicals and for the costs of the materials themselves. Separation processes described herein include centrifuge separation, settler separation, flocculant separation, froth flotation, hydro cyclone, vibratory screening, air classification, and magnetic separation. In some embodiments, methods described herein can include any combination of froth flotation, air classification, and magnetic separation. In some embodiments, electrolyte can be separated from active and/or conductive materials via drying, subcritical or supercritical carbon dioxide extraction, solvent mass extraction (e.g., with non-aqueous or aqueous solvents), and/or freeze-drying. By applying these separation processes, high purity raw products can be isolated. These products can be re-used or sold to a third party. Processes described herein are scalable to large cell production facilities.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells having semi-solid electrodes that are coated on only one side of a current collector. In some embodiments, an electrochemical cell includes a semi-solid positive electrode coated on only one side of a positive current collector and a semi-solid negative electrode coated on only one side of a negative current collector. A separator is disposed between the semi-solid positive electrode and the semi-solid negative electrode. At least one of the semi-solid positive electrode and the semi-solid negative electrode can have a thickness of at least about 250 μm.
H01M 10/0585 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure plats, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives plates, des électrodes négatives plates et des séparateurs plats
Electrochemical cells and methods of making electrochemical cells are described herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a multi-layer sheet for encasing an electrode material for an electrochemical cell. The multi-layer sheet including an outer layer, an intermediate layer that includes a conductive substrate, and an inner layer disposed on a portion of the conductive substrate. The intermediate layer is disposed between the outer layer and the inner layer. The inner layer defines an opening through which a conductive region of the intermediate layer is exposed such that the electrode material can be electrically connected to the conductive region. Thus, the intermediate layer can serve as a current collector for the electrochemical cell.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
In some aspects, an electrode described herein can include a resin configured to create a rise in impedance, a film coupled to a first side of the resin via an adhesive, a first portion of an electrode material disposed on a second side of the resin, and a second portion of the electrode material disposed on the second side of the resin, wherein the first portion of the current collector material does not physically contact the second portion of the current collector material. In some embodiments, the electrode can further include a first portion of a current collector material disposed between the resin and the first portion of the electrode material and a second portion of the current collector material disposed between the resin and the second portion of the electrode material.
H01M 4/134 - Électrodes à base de métaux, de Si ou d'alliages
H01M 4/38 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'éléments simples ou d'alliages
H01M 50/489 - Séparateurs, membranes, diaphragmes ou éléments d’espacement dans les cellules caractérisés par leurs propriétés physiques, p. ex. degré de gonflement, hydrophilicité ou propriétés pour court-circuiter
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells having dual electrolytes, systems of such electrochemical cells, and methods for manufacturing the same. In some embodiments, electrochemical cells can include a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, an anode disposed on an anode current collector, and a separator disposed therebetween. In some embodiments, the separator can include materials that fluidically and/or chemically isolate the anode from the cathode. In some embodiments, the cathode and/or anode can include a slurry of an active material and a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte. In some embodiments, the anode can be fluidically coupled to an anode degassing port. In some embodiments, the cathode can be fluidically coupled to a cathode degassing port.
H01M 50/30 - Aménagements pour faciliter l’échappement des gaz
H01M 10/0587 - Structure ou fabrication d'accumulateurs ayant uniquement des éléments de structure enroulés, c.-à-d. des électrodes positives enroulées, des électrodes négatives enroulées et des séparateurs enroulés
H01M 50/20 - MonturesBoîtiers secondaires ou cadresBâtis, modules ou blocsDispositifs de suspensionAmortisseursDispositifs de transport ou de manutentionSupports
H01M 50/502 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie
Embodiments described herein relate to recycling of electrochemical cell materials. In some aspects, a method can include separating a stack pouch material from an electrochemical cell stack, separating a plurality of unit cells from the electrochemical cell stack into individual unit cells, cutting within a heat seal of a cell pouch of a unit cell from the plurality of unit cells, separating a cathode material and a cathode current collector away from a separator, an anode material, and an anode current collector of the unit cell, placing the cathode material and the cathode current collector in a solvent bath with the cathode current collector facing downward, separating the cathode material from the cathode current collector via an ultrasonic probe, separating solids and liquids of the cathode material, drying the solids of the cathode material, and incorporating the solids of the cathode material into a new cathode mixture.
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battery electrolytes batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries
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battery electrolytes batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries
79.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS WITH DENDRITE PREVENTION MECHANISMS AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells with dendrite prevention mechanisms. In some embodiments, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, and a separator disposed between the anode and the cathode. In some embodiments, at least one of the anode or the cathode includes a first portion and a second portion, the second portion configured to prevent dendrite formation around an outside edge of the anode and/or the cathode. In some embodiments, the second portion can include an electroactive material disposed on the anode current collector around an outside edge of the anode current collector. In some embodiments, the second portion can include an electroactive material disposed on a pouch material around an outside edge of the anode current collector.
H01M 4/62 - Emploi de substances spécifiées inactives comme ingrédients pour les masses actives, p. ex. liants, charges
H01M 4/587 - Matériau carboné, p. ex. composés au graphite d'intercalation ou CFx pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers
H01M 4/525 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques de nickel, de cobalt ou de fer d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes contenant du fer, du cobalt ou du nickel pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers, p. ex. LiNiO2, LiCoO2 ou LiCoOxFy
H01M 4/505 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques de manganèse d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes contenant du manganèse pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers, p. ex. LiMn2O4 ou LiMn2OxFy
H01M 4/133 - Électrodes à base de matériau carboné, p. ex. composés d'intercalation du graphite ou CFx
H01M 4/131 - Électrodes à base d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes mixtes, ou de mélanges d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes, p. ex. LiCoOx
80.
CONTINUOUS AND SEMI-CONTINUOUS METHODS OF ELECTRODE AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL PRODUCTION
Embodiments described herein relate generally to systems and methods for continuously and/or semi-continuously manufacturing electrochemical cells with semi-solid electrodes. In some embodiments, a method can include mixing an active material, a conductive material, and an electrolyte to form a semi-solid electrode material. The method further includes drawing a vacuum on the semi-solid electrode material, compressing the semi-solid electrode material to form an electrode brick, and dispensing a portion of the electrode brick onto a current collector via a dispensation device to form an electrode. In some embodiments, the current collector is disposed on a pouch material. In some embodiments, the dispensation device includes a top blade for top edge control and two side plates for side edge control. In some embodiments, the method can further include conveying the electrode through the top blade and the two side plates to shape the electrode.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
Embodiments described herein relate generally to systems and methods for continuously and/or semi-continuously manufacturing semi-solid electrodes and batteries incorporating semi-solid electrodes. In some embodiments, the process of manufacturing a semi-solid electrode includes continuously dispensing a semi-solid electrode slurry onto a current collector, separating the semi-solid electrode slurry into discrete portions, and cutting the current collector to form a finished electrode.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to systems and methods for continuously and/or semi-continuously manufacturing electrochemical cells with semi-solid electrodes. In some embodiments, a method can include mixing an active material, a conductive material, and an electrolyte to form a semi-solid electrode material. The method further includes drawing a vacuum on the semi-solid electrode material, compressing the semi-solid electrode material to form an electrode brick, and dispensing a portion of the electrode brick onto a current collector via a dispensation device to form an electrode. In some embodiments, the current collector is disposed on a pouch material. In some embodiments, the dispensation device includes a top blade for top edge control and two side plates for side edge control. In some embodiments, the method can further include conveying the electrode through the top blade and the two side plates to shape the electrode.
Systems and methods for charging and discharging a plurality of batteries are described herein. In some embodiments, a system includes a battery module, an energy storage system electrically coupled to the battery module, a power source, and a controller. The energy storage system is operable in a first operating state in which energy is transferred from the energy storage system to the battery module to charge the battery module, and a second operating state in which energy is transferred from the battery module to the energy storage system to discharge the battery module. The power source electrically coupled to the energy storage system and is configured to transfer energy from the power source to the energy storage system based on an amount of stored energy in the energy storage system. The controller is operably coupled to the battery module and is configured to monitor and control a charging state of the battery module.
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(Based on Intent To Use) battery electrolytes (Based on Use in Commerce) batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries and battery components, namely, anodes, cathodes, and battery separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries
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battery electrolytes batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries
86.
Short-circuit protection of battery cells using fuses
Apparatus, systems, and methods described herein relate to safety devices for electrochemical cells comprising an electrode tab electrically coupled to an electrode, the electrode including an electrode material disposed on a current collector. In some embodiments, a fuse can be operably coupled to or formed in the electrode tab. In some embodiments, the fuse can be formed by removing a portion of the electrode tab. In some embodiments, the fuse can include a thin strip of electrically resistive material configured to electrically couple multiple electrodes. In some embodiments, the current collector can include a metal-coated deformable mesh material such that the current collector is self-fusing. In some embodiments, the fuse can be configured to deform, break, melt, or otherwise discontinue electrical communication between the electrode and other components of the electrochemical cell in response to a high current condition, a high voltage condition, or a high temperature condition.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to systems and methods for improving safety features in electrochemical cells. In particular, the systems and methods as described herein can solve safety issues concerning gas generation in electrochemical cells.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 10/52 - Enlèvement des gaz situés à l'intérieur de l'élément secondaire, p. ex. par absorption
H01M 50/55 - Bornes caractérisées par la position des terminaux sur les cellules sur le même côté de la cellule
H01M 50/178 - Dispositions pour introduire des connecteurs électriques dans ou à travers des boîtiers adaptées à la forme des cellules pour des cellules en forme de poches ou de sacs souples
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(1) Batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage batteries; electrical storage batteries; consumer electronics products; telecommunication storage batteries; electric vessels and marine batteries (terms considered too vague by the International Bureau - Rule 13 (2) (b) of the Regulations); lithium metal batteries and battery material; electric drone and electric aviation batteries; electric batteries for powering electric vehicles.
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battery electrolytes batteries; lithium ion batteries; electric storage batteries; electrical storage batteries; electric batteries for powering electric vehicles; batteries for consumer electronics products; telecommunication electrical storage batteries; batteries for watercraft; lithium metal batteries and battery components, namely anodes, cathodes, and battery separators; electric drone and electric aviation batteries
90.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL SYSTEMS WITH THERMAL INSULATION BATTERY PACKS
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells and electrochemical cell systems with thermal insulation systems, and methods of producing the same. An electrochemical cell can include an anode material disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode material disposed on a cathode current collector, a separator disposed between the anode material and the cathode material, and an insulating structure disposed around and containing the anode material, anode current collector, cathode material, cathode current collector, and the separator. The anode material and/or the cathode material includes a semi-solid electrode material. The semi-solid electrode material includes an active material and a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte. The liquid electrolyte has an electrolyte salt concentration of at least about 2.0 M. In some embodiments, the insulating structure includes a frame with a first wall and a second wall disposed therein.
H01M 10/6563 - Gaz avec circulation forcée, p. ex. par des soufflantes
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 10/6551 - Surfaces spécialement adaptées à la dissipation de la chaleur ou à la radiation, p. ex. nervures ou revêtements
H01M 50/128 - Boîtiers primairesFourreaux ou enveloppes caractérisés par le matériau ayant une structure en couches comprenant au moins trois couches dont au moins deux couches de matériaux inorganiques uniquement
91.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HIGH PRESSURE ASSEMBLY OF ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells and production thereof under high pressure. In some aspects, a method of producing an electrochemical cell can include disposing a cathode material onto a cathode current collector to form a cathode, disposing an anode material onto an anode current collector to form an anode, and disposing the anode onto the cathode in an assembly jig with a separator positioned between the anode and the cathode to form an electrochemical cell, the assembly jig applying a force to the electrochemical cell such that a pressure in the cathode material is at least about 3,500 kPa. In some embodiments, the cathode material can be a first cathode material, and the method can further include disposing a second cathode material onto the first cathode material. In some embodiments, the first cathode material can include silicon. In some embodiments, the second cathode material can include graphite.
Embodiments described herein relate to electrochemical cells and production thereof under high pressure. In some aspects, a method of producing an electrochemical cell can include disposing a cathode material onto a cathode current collector to form a cathode, disposing an anode material onto an anode current collector to form an anode, and disposing the anode onto the cathode in an assembly jig with a separator positioned between the anode and the cathode to form an electrochemical cell, the assembly jig applying a force to the electrochemical cell such that a pressure in the cathode material is at least about 3,500 kPa. In some embodiments, the cathode material can be a first cathode material, and the method can further include disposing a second cathode material onto the first cathode material. In some embodiments, the first cathode material can include silicon. In some embodiments, the second cathode material can include graphite.
Embodiments described herein relate generally to apparatuses and processes for forming semi-solid electrodes having high active solids loading by removing excess electrolyte. In some embodiments, the semi-solid electrode material can be formed by mixing an active material and, optionally, a conductive material in a liquid electrolyte to form a suspension. In some embodiments, the semi-solid electrode material can be disposed onto a current collector to form an intermediate electrode. In some embodiments, the semi-solid electrode material can have a first composition in which the ratio of electrolyte to active material is between about 10:1 and about 1:1. In some embodiments, a method for converting the semi-solid electrode material from the first composition into the second composition includes removing a portion of the electrolyte from the semi-solid electrode material. In some embodiments, the method includes mechanically compressing the intermediate electrode to remove the portion of electrolyte from the semi-solid electrode material.
Embodiments described herein include electrochemical cell modules. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell module includes a first electrochemical cell and a second electrochemical cell. The first electrochemical cell includes an anode material disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode material disposed on a cathode current collector, a separator disposed between the anode material and the cathode material, and a pouch material disposed on the anode current collector and the cathode current collector. The separator extends beyond the anode material and the cathode material and the pouch material extends beyond the separator. The portion of the separator that extends beyond the outer edge of the anode material and the cathode material and the portion of the pouch material that extends beyond the outer edge of the separator are folded at an angle of about 80 degrees to about 110 degrees with respect to the anode material and the cathode material.
H01M 50/211 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules en forme de poche
H01M 50/46 - Séparateurs, membranes ou diaphragmes caractérisés par leur combinaison avec des électrodes
H01M 50/466 - Séparateurs, membranes ou diaphragmes caractérisés par leur forme en forme de U, de sac ou pliés
H01M 10/647 - Éléments prismatiques ou plans, p. ex. éléments de type poche
H01M 10/6551 - Surfaces spécialement adaptées à la dissipation de la chaleur ou à la radiation, p. ex. nervures ou revêtements
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 50/30 - Aménagements pour faciliter l’échappement des gaz
95.
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL MODULES AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THE SAME
Embodiments described herein include electrochemical cell modules. In some aspects, an electrochemical cell module includes a first electrochemical cell and a second electrochemical cell. The first electrochemical cell includes an anode material disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode material disposed on a cathode current collector, a separator disposed between the anode material and the cathode material, and a pouch material disposed on the anode current collector and the cathode current collector. The separator extends beyond the anode material and the cathode material and the pouch material extends beyond the separator. The portion of the separator that extends beyond the outer edge of the anode material and the cathode material and the portion of the pouch material that extends beyond the outer edge of the separator are folded at an angle of about 80 degrees to about 110 degrees with respect to the anode material and the cathode material.
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p. ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
H01M 10/613 - Refroidissement ou maintien du froid
H01M 10/647 - Éléments prismatiques ou plans, p. ex. éléments de type poche
H01M 10/653 - Moyens de commande de la température associés de façon structurelle avec les éléments caractérisés par des matériaux électriquement isolants ou thermiquement conducteurs
H01M 10/6555 - Barres ou plaques disposées entre les éléments
H01M 50/211 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules caractérisés par leur forme adaptés aux cellules en forme de poche
H01M 50/46 - Séparateurs, membranes ou diaphragmes caractérisés par leur combinaison avec des électrodes
Embodiments described herein relate generally to electrochemical cells and electrodes with carbon-containing coatings. In some embodiments, an electrochemical cell can include an anode disposed on an anode current collector, a cathode disposed on a cathode current collector, and a separator disposed between the anode and the cathode. The separator has a first side adjacent to the cathode and a second side adjacent to the anode. The electrochemical cell further includes a coating layer disposed on the separator. The coating layer reduces dendrite formation in the electrochemical cell. In some embodiments, the coating layer can include hard carbon. In some embodiments, the coating layer can have a thickness between about 100 nm and about 20 μm. In some embodiments, the coating layer can be disposed on the first side of the separator.
H01M 50/451 - Séparateurs, membranes ou diaphragmes caractérisés par le matériau ayant une structure en couches comprenant des couches de matériau organique uniquement et des couches comprenant un matériau inorganique
H01M 4/62 - Emploi de substances spécifiées inactives comme ingrédients pour les masses actives, p. ex. liants, charges
H01M 4/58 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs de composés inorganiques autres que les oxydes ou les hydroxydes, p. ex. sulfures, séléniures, tellurures, halogénures ou LiCoFyEmploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs de structures polyanioniques, p. ex. phosphates, silicates ou borates
H01M 50/403 - Procédés de fabrication des séparateurs, des membranes ou des diaphragmes
97.
CURRENT INTERRUPT DEVICES USING SHAPE MEMORY MATERIALS
Embodiments described herein relate to current interrupt devices (CIDs) for electrochemical cells that use a thermal trigger (e.g., shape memory and/or bi-metallic materials) to open an electrical circuit just prior to a thermal runaway or during short-circuit event to prevent catastrophic failure of the electrochemical cell. Embodiments include CIDs comprising a housing, a bus bar coupled to the housing, and a thermal trigger operably coupled to the bus bar. In some embodiments, the bus bar can include an engineered fracture site. In some embodiments, the thermal trigger is dimensioned and configured to deform at a predetermined temperature to break the bus bar at the engineered fracture site. In some embodiments, a portion of the bus bar travels about a hinge, opening the electrical circuit and preventing overcharging, thermal runaway, and/or other catastrophic failure events.
H01M 50/581 - Dispositifs ou dispositions pour l’interruption du courant en réponse à la température
H01M 50/505 - Interconnecteurs pour connecter les bornes des batteries adjacentesInterconnecteurs pour connecter les cellules en dehors d'un boîtier de batterie comprenant une barre omnibus unique
Embodiments described herein relate generally to devices, systems and methods of producing high energy density batteries having a semi-solid cathode that is thicker than the anode. An electrochemical cell can include a positive electrode current collector, a negative electrode current collector and an ion-permeable membrane disposed between the positive electrode current collector and the negative electrode current collector. The ion-permeable membrane is spaced a first distance from the positive electrode current collector and at least partially defines a positive electroactive zone. The ion-permeable membrane is spaced a second distance from the negative electrode current collector and at least partially defines a negative electroactive zone. The second distance is less than the first distance. A semi-solid cathode that includes a suspension of an active material and a conductive material in a non-aqueous liquid electrolyte is disposed in the positive electroactive zone, and an anode is disposed in the negative electroactive zone.
H01M 10/0525 - Batteries du type "rocking chair" ou "fauteuil à bascule", p. ex. batteries à insertion ou intercalation de lithium dans les deux électrodesBatteries à l'ion lithium
H01M 4/02 - Électrodes composées d'un ou comprenant un matériau actif
H01M 4/13 - Électrodes pour accumulateurs à électrolyte non aqueux, p. ex. pour accumulateurs au lithiumLeurs procédés de fabrication
H01M 4/134 - Électrodes à base de métaux, de Si ou d'alliages
H01M 4/36 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs
H01M 4/38 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'éléments simples ou d'alliages
H01M 4/48 - Emploi de substances spécifiées comme matériaux actifs, masses actives, liquides actifs d'oxydes ou d'hydroxydes inorganiques
H01M 4/587 - Matériau carboné, p. ex. composés au graphite d'intercalation ou CFx pour insérer ou intercaler des métaux légers
Embodiments described herein relate to electrodes and electrochemical cells with positive temperature coefficient coatings and methods of producing the same. In some embodiments, an electrode can include a layer of a film material, a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) coating disposed in the layer of film material. The PTC material resists a flow of current through at least a portion of the PTC material when a temperature of the at least a portion of the PTC material exceeds a threshold value. The electrode further includes an electrode material disposed on the PTC material. In some embodiments, the electrode can further include an electrode tab coupled to the PTC material and the electrode film. In some embodiments, the PTC material can include a conductive polymer. In some embodiments, the electrode material can include a semi-solid and/or a binderless electrode material.
A method of manufacturing an electrochemical cell includes transferring an anode semi-solid suspension to an anode compartment defined at least in part by an anode current collector and an separator spaced apart from the anode collector. The method also includes transferring a cathode semi-solid suspension to a cathode compartment defined at least in part by a cathode current collector and the separator spaced apart from the cathode collector. The transferring of the anode semi-solid suspension to the anode compartment and the cathode semi-solid to the cathode compartment is such that a difference between a minimum distance and a maximum distance between the anode current collector and the separator is maintained within a predetermined tolerance. The method includes sealing the anode compartment and the cathode compartment.
