Babcock International Group has been granted a patent for a busbar assembly designed for the electrical connection of cylindrical power battery modules. The assembly features input and output copper bars, along with a cells contact system that connects multiple cell units in series and parallel configurations. GlobalData’s report on Babcock International Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Babcock International Group, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Babcock International Group's grant share as of July 2024 was 50%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
The granted patent US12015173B2 describes a busbar assembly designed for the electrical connection of cylindrical power battery modules, which consist of one or more submodules containing multiple cell units. The busbar assembly includes an input copper bar and an output copper bar, each connected to respective cell units at the module's terminals. Additionally, it features a cells contact system assembly that corresponds to the number of submodules, facilitating the formation of electrical unit groups. This assembly comprises multiple conductive units arranged to connect in parallel and series to the cell units, with specific design elements such as convex portions for buffering and various insulating layers to enhance safety and performance.
Further claims detail the structural characteristics of the busbar assembly, including the thickness of connection pieces, the presence of fuse structures for safety, and the design of connection portions, which can be either planar or protruding. The patent also outlines configurations for the cylindrical power battery module, which integrates the busbar assembly with flexible printed circuits and battery management systems. Additional features include the incorporation of thermistors for temperature monitoring and plastic brackets for structural support. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive design aimed at improving the efficiency and safety of electrical connections within cylindrical power battery modules.
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