EnerSys has filed a patent for a method of assembling a bipole frame assembly for a bipolar battery. The process involves providing a bipole frame with through holes, inserting a shaft of an electrical joint in each hole, and compressing the shaft to form a second head on the opposite surface, completely filling the hole. GlobalData’s report on EnerSys 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 EnerSys, Corrosion resistant battery packaging was a key innovation area identified from patents. EnerSys's grant share as of January 2024 was 50%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Method of assembling bipole frame assembly for bipolar battery

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: EnerSys

The patent application (Publication Number: US20230402721A1) describes a method for assembling a bipole frame assembly for a bipolar battery. The method involves providing a bipole frame with through holes, inserting a shaft of a solid electrical joint into each hole, compressing the shaft to form heads on both surfaces of the frame, and filling the hole completely. Additional steps include placing lead sheets on each surface of the frame and welding at the electrical joints to enhance the connection. The method aims to inhibit crevice corrosion by welding at the edge portions of the electrical joints.

Furthermore, the patent application details the bipole frame assembly for a bipolar battery, which includes a bipole frame with positive and negative lead sheets, and electrical connections with heads on both surfaces of the frame. The electrical connections are made of a tin-lead alloy with less than 10% tin by weight. The assembly is designed to prevent crevice corrosion and ensure a secure connection between the lead sheets and the frame. Additionally, the patent application outlines the structure of a bipolar battery, which includes multiple bipole frame assemblies between positive and negative end frames. Each assembly consists of a bipole frame with lead sheets and electrical joints to facilitate the flow of electricity within the battery.

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