Abstract: A long-stroke pumping unit can be moved away from and toward the wellhead by using a single hydraulic power source via a control interface that is coupled to the hydraulic power source and configured to control both the vertical movement and the horizontal movement of the long-stroke pumping unit. The control interface can control the hydraulic power source for extension and retraction of a hydraulic cylinder for horizontal movement of the unit, and the same control interface can control the same hydraulic power source for extension and retraction of a first vertical hydraulic jack and a second vertical hydraulic jack of the long-stroke pumping unit for vertical movement of an end of the long-stroke pumping unit.

Abstract: Battery arrays are provided for traction battery packs. An exemplary battery array may include one or more access ports for guiding a measurement probe of a testing device directly to an internal component (e.g., a bus bar) of the battery array. The testing device may then be utilized to measure a property (e.g., voltage, resistance, current, temperature, etc.) associated with the internal component without the need to first disassemble the battery array.

Abstract: Battery arrays are provided for traction battery packs. An exemplary battery array may include an integrated battery interconnect assembly that is configured to electrically connect a plurality of battery cells. The various subcomponents of the integrated battery interconnect assembly may be either preassembled or physically formed together to establish a unitary, integrated component adapted for electrically connecting the battery cells, thereby reducing parts count and complexity.

Abstract: A battery pack sensing module includes a rigid printed circuit board that is to be carried by and bridge between a pair of battery cell arrays, a plurality of integrated circuits mounted on the rigid printed circuit board, and a pair of sense lead connectors at opposite ends of the rigid printed circuit board. Each of the sense lead connectors is electrically connected with at least one of the integrated circuits and can mate with a receiving connector of one of the battery cell arrays to establish an electrical connection between the receiving connector and the at least one of the integrated circuits.

Abstract: A robot arm comprising: a first link connected to a second link by a joint, the joint permitting the second link to move relative to the first link; a motor for driving the joint; and a controller for controlling the motor. The controller is configured to electrically brake the motor in response to detection of a fault in the robot arm by applying a braking current to the motor so as to maintain the position of the joint against gravity. The controller only performs this electrical braking if the joint is in a configuration in which the robot arm will droop under gravity if the joint is not actively driven.

Abstract: A traction battery pack assembly includes an enclosure assembly that provides an interior area. A cell stack is disposed within the interior area The cell stack has a plurality of battery cells disposed along a cell stack axis. Terminal tabs of the battery cells project outward from the cell stack axis. A thermal barrier is within the interior area. The thermal barrier has a fingers spaced from each other to provide at least one slot that receives a portion of at least one of the terminal tabs.

Abstract: A traction battery assembly includes battery cells of a battery array, and switches of the battery array. The switches are transitionable between a first configuration and a second configuration. When the switches are in the first configuration, the battery cells of the array are partitioned into a first number of groups of battery cells in parallel with each other. When the switches are in the second configuration, the battery cells of the array are partitioned into a different, second number of groups of battery cells in parallel with each other.

Abstract: Resealable guide tubes are provided for use within traction battery packs. One or more resealable guide tubes may be arranged such that a first portion of each guide tube extends inside an enclosure assembly of the traction battery pack and a second portion of each guide tube extends outside of the enclosure assembly. Each guide tube may be sized and shaped for guiding a measurement probe of a testing device directly to a high voltage measuring point located inside the traction battery pack. The testing device may then be utilized to measure one or more electrical properties associated with the traction battery pack.

Abstract: An electrical connection system for a traction battery pack includes a first battery array, a second battery array, and a plug-and-socket coupler that electrically connects the first battery array to the second battery array when in an engaged position. A method of electrically connecting battery arrays of a traction battery includes electrically connecting a first battery array to a second battery array by moving the first battery array relative to the second battery array.

Abstract: An air disc brake pad 10 for inserting into a brake pad carrier 12, the brake pad 10 including a backplate 14 and a friction material 16 mounted on one side of the backplate 14, the pad periphery 30 including an inner side 20, an outer side 18 and first and second ends 22, 24; in which at least a portion of the pad periphery 30 includes a thickened edge 36, 38, the thickened edge 36, 38 extending in a direction opposing the friction material 16; and at least one rear protrusion 26, 28 is provided, the at least one rear protrusion 26, 28 extending from the backplate 14 in a direction opposing the friction material 16; and in which the depth of the at least one rear protrusion 26, 28 being greater than the depth of the thickened edge 36, 38. See FIG. 3.

Abstract: A system and method are provided wherein, in at least one form, artificial intelligence is used to identify objects in a document to be considered for metallic rendering or printing on a substrate. Then, the options for printing, including the considerations for rendering in metallic toner or ink, are, in at least one form, presented to the user for acceptance or rejection before the actual printing is initiated.

Abstract: A system and method are provided wherein, in at least one form, artificial intelligence is used to identify objects in a document to be considered for metallic rendering or printing on a substrate. Then, the options for printing, including the considerations for rendering in metallic toner or ink, are, in at least one form, presented to the user for acceptance or rejection before the actual printing is initiated.

Abstract: A battery, such as a traction battery for an electrified vehicle (EV), includes a battery sensor, such as a battery pack sensing module (BPSM), arranged internally within a housing of the battery. The battery further includes one or more battery cell arrays arranged within the housing. Each battery cell array including battery cells and a printed circuit board (PCB) electrically connected with voltage sense leads associated with the battery cells. The battery further includes a primary PCB arranged within the housing and electrically connected to the battery cell array PCBs. The battery sensor is electrically connected to the primary PCB to establish an electrical connection with the battery cell array PCBs whereby the battery sensor can sense the voltages of the battery cells.

Abstract: An assembly includes a busbar of a traction battery pack, and at least one terminal of a battery cell of the traction battery pack. The at least one terminal is electrically coupled to the busbar. The assembly further includes a thermal exchange plate, and a thermal interface material that communicates thermal energy to the thermal exchange plate from the at least one terminal, from the busbar, or both.

Abstract: A robot arm comprising: a first link connected to a second link by a joint, the joint permitting the second link to move relative to the first link; a motor for driving the joint; and a controller for controlling the motor. The controller is configured to electrically brake the motor in response to detection of a fault in the robot arm by applying a braking current to the motor so as to maintain the position of the joint against gravity. The controller only performs this electrical braking if the joint is in a configuration in which the robot arm will droop under gravity if the joint is not actively driven.

Abstract: A battery pack sensing module includes a rigid printed circuit board that is to be carried by and bridge between a pair of battery cell arrays, a plurality of integrated circuits mounted on the rigid printed circuit board, and a pair of sense lead connectors at opposite ends of the rigid printed circuit board. Each of the sense lead connectors is electrically connected with at least one of the integrated circuits and can mate with a receiving connector of one of the battery cell arrays to establish an electrical connection between the receiving connector and the at least one of the integrated circuits.

Abstract: A traction battery assembly includes, among other things, a cover of a battery array, a holder attached to the cover, and a circuit board held by the holder in a position where the circuit board is spaced from the cover. The holder is configured to communicate thermal energy between the circuit board and the cover. A method of securing a circuit board of a traction battery pack includes, among other things, holding a circuit board with a holder, and attaching a holder that is holding the circuit board to a cover of a battery array. The circuit board held by the holder is held in a position where the circuit board is spaced from the cover.

Abstract: A traction battery assembly according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes a lower tier of battery arrays, an upper tier of battery arrays, and a support structure disposed between the lower tier and the upper tier. The lower tier is suspended from a downwardly facing side of the support structure. The upper tier is disposed atop an upwardly facing side of the support structure.

Abstract: A service tool assembly according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, a service tool that extends through an access hole in a floor of an electrified vehicle and is adapted to engage a threaded hole of a battery pack. The service tool is rotatable to translate the battery pack relative to the electrified vehicle.

Abstract: A battery assembly according to a non-limiting aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, an array of battery cells, with each cell including a terminal, and a busbar assembly having a first busbar component and a second busbar component. Further, each of the terminals are electrically coupled to both the first busbar component and the second busbar component. A method of forming a busbar assembly is also disclosed.