Abstract: A battery apparatus including a case, a battery cell, a battery-side terminal, and an engaging piece. The case has a width, a thickness, and a length. The battery cell is housed in an inside of the case. The battery-side terminal is disposed on a side surface at one end of the case in a length direction and electrically connected to the battery cell. The engaging piece is disposed at the one end of the case at which the battery-side terminal is positioned such that the engaging piece extends in a length direction a same distance as the case at the one end portion. The engaging piece is at an edge of the case in a width direction.

Abstract: A device is provided for retaining a battery in a motor vehicle and has a receptacle element for receiving a battery, a bracket element, which at least partially encloses the receptacle element and/or the battery, and a fixing element, which is fastenable on the bracket element, the battery being fixed inside the receptacle element using the fixing element. It is thus possible to provide a device for retaining a battery which offers the greatest possible protection for the battery even in case of an accident.

Abstract: A battery autoclaving system is provided including a battery pack having a housing, a battery cell disposed within the housing, and an isolation region disposed between the housing and the battery cell. The isolation region may be formed at least partially from at least one of a thermal insulating material, a phase change material or any combination thereof. The system may include a temperature sensor adapted to sense at least one of a temperature of the battery cell temperature of the isolation region. The system may include and an autoclave configured to receive a temperature indication from the temperature sensor and to inhibit autoclaving when the temperature indication exceeds a predetermined value.

Abstract: Magnetic Resonance (MR) conditional medical equipment for use in MR environments. The MR conditional medical equipment includes MR conditional handheld battery operated devices, for example, laryngoscopes, flashlights, and the like, and MR conditional carbon zinc power packs for operating the devices. The devices can be designed to be inoperable by standard alkaline batteries which would render the medical equipment non MR conditional. Alternatively, the devices can have a sealed power pack compartment pre-installed with a non-replaceable carbon zinc power pack.

Abstract: An annular device includes an annular main body, a battery mounting portion, and a battery cover. The battery mounting portion protrudes from an inner surface of the main body, and includes a first arcuate element and a second arcuate element opposite to each other. The battery cover is operable to clasp the battery mounting portion, and includes a first arcuate member and a second arcuate member opposite to each other. The first arcuate member clasps the first arcuate surface, and the second arcuate member clasps the second arcuate surface.

Abstract: A battery plate for a lead acid battery includes a grid having a plurality of interconnected wires, an electro-chemically active material paste applied to the grid, at least one reinforcing member disposed in the paste, and the paste is cured. Preferably the reinforcing member is embedded in the active material, provides structural support for the active material and reduces the likelihood that in use the active material paste will shed from the grid.

Abstract: A battery pack is loaded and unloaded to and from a battery mounting portion while sliding one surface thereof in the battery mounting portion. The one surface is provided with a pair of insertion guide grooves extending along the sliding direction and spaced from each other in the sliding direction. Each of the insertion guide grooves has an end portion fronting on a side surface of a battery main body.

Abstract: A battery support includes a base having an upper surface and a lower surface, a spine extending downwardly from and axially along the base such that at least a portion of the base is cantilevered from the spine, and at least one rib extending downwardly from the base and laterally from the spine. The upper surface is sized to support a battery thereon.

Abstract: Disclosed is a battery cell holder configured so that a cylindrical battery cell is mounted therein, the battery cell holder including an upper cover including a first main body to cover an upper part of the battery cell in a state in which a first electrode terminal of the battery cell is exposed and at least one first extension fastening part extending downward from the first main body and a lower cover including a second main body to cover a lower part of the battery cell in a state in which a second electrode terminal of the battery cell having a polarity opposite to that of the first electrode terminal is exposed and at least one second extension fastening part extending upward from the second main body.

Abstract: A battery pack (1) includes: paired supporting members (35); a battery module (3, 5, 7) disposed between the supporting members (35); and a stack member (43) supporting the battery module (3, 5, 7) by linking the supporting members to each other. An extending portion (43a) protruding from the battery module (3, 5, 7) is formed by extending an end portion of the stack member (43). Accessories (12) are attached to a side surface on a side where the extending portion (43a) of the stack member (43) is disposed, the side surface being one of side surfaces of the battery pack which are provided with the paired supporting members (35).

Abstract: A battery pack includes one or more bare cells and a housing accommodating the bare cells. In the battery pack, the housing is includes first and second layers, and the second layer is partially coated on an inner surface of the first layer.

Abstract: Provided is a highly safe portable electronic device having a secondary battery as a power source, and including a package, an electronic device body housed in the package, and a battery housing portion housed in the package, in which even if the content melts due to an extremely significant impact applied thereto, discharge of a melt is inhibited. In the portable electronic device, the battery housing portion is a molding with a battery fitting portion for fitting the secondary battery therein, and the battery fitting portion has a covering layer, which includes a temperature suppression layer and a block layer, provided on its surface.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a battery, a main body, and at least one latching assembly. At least one sidewall of the battery defines a positioning hole. The main body defines a battery compartment to receive the battery. The battery compartment includes an opening and at least one first sidewall adjacent to the opening. Each of the at least one latching assembly includes an elastic latching member, a resisting member, and a button. The elastic latching member is mounted in the first sidewall and partially received in the battery compartment. The resisting member is moveably mounted in the first sidewall and abuts the elastic latching member. The button is mounted in the main body and abuts the resisting member.

Abstract: An electrochemical cell is proposed having an electrical unit, a first frame part and a second frame part, wherein the electrical unit is clamped in the area of the clamping surfaces between the first frame part and the second frame part, characterized in that the electrical energy unit and the first frame part have shape features which match one another and engage in one another such that a relative position of the electrical unit with respect to the first frame part is at least substantially fixed, at least in a state in which the clamping assembly of the frame parts and the electrical unit is released. This allows the electrical unit to be prefixed in the first frame part before production of the clamping assembly, making it possible to prevent the electrical unit from being installed obliquely.

Abstract: A module battery is housed in a module battery housing rack. An electric cell is housed in a container. The container is provided with a high thermal conductive wall and a low thermal conductive wall. A first portion of a plate overlaps the outer surface of the high thermal conductive wall and a second portion of the plate protrudes from the outer surface. The second portion surrounds the first portion. A first main surface of the plate is brought into direct contact with the outer surface at the first portion and it is apart from the container at the second portion. A second main surface of the plate is exposed to a space, to which heat is allowed to radiate. An opening may or may not be formed at the first portion. A thermal conducting medium may be held between the first wall and the first portion.

Abstract: A battery assembly for use in an electronic device. The battery assembly may include a battery cell, a battery connector for providing power from the battery cell to the electronic device, and a flex circuit electrically coupling the battery cell to the electronic device. The battery connector may be located adjacent the battery cell, and may include one or more alignment mechanisms so that conductive pads connector align properly with corresponding conductive elements of the electronic device. The battery cell may be fixed to the electronic device using an adhesive layer placed between the cell and the electronic device. A tab may extend beyond the periphery of the battery cell to allow a user to pull or peal the battery cell from the electronic device for replacement or repair.

Abstract: A holding mechanism for holding a battery includes a retaining member, a resisting member ant at least two limiting members. The retaining member limits the battery from movement in a first direction. The resisting member corresponds to the retaining member and engages with the retaining member to cooperatively support and limit the battery from movement in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction. The at least two limiting members are arranged at opposite sides of the retaining member and are used for limiting the battery from movement in a third direction. The third direction is perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction. An electronic device using the holding mechanism is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a heat dissipating device for a battery pack which comprises a heat pipe and a heat collecting plate comprising a bottom heat collecting plate and an upper heat collecting plate each having a hole therein, wherein two ends of the heat pipe are inserted respectively into the holes in the bottom heat collecting plate and the upper heat collecting plate. A battery using the heat dissipating device is also disclosed. During the operation of the heat dissipating device, since the heat generated by the cells can be collected in the upper heat collecting plate, then transmitted to the bottom heat collecting plate through the heat pipe, and finally dissipated outwardly by the bottom heat collecting plate, the heat generated by cells can be dissipated rapidly and efficiently.

Abstract: A fixing apparatus includes a base and a latch. A number of fixing holes is defined in the base for receiving supporting posts of different batteries. A first end of the latch is pivotably connected to a side of the base, and a second end opposite to the first end of the latch is detachably engaged with an opposite side of the base. A resilient tab extends downwards from a middle of the latch.

Abstract: A battery module including a row of batteries; and end plates coupled to ends of the row of batteries, wherein the end plates include a reinforcing portion for increasing strength of the end plates.

Abstract: A battery apparatus including a case, a battery cell, a battery-side terminal, and an engaging piece. The case has a width, a thickness, and a length. The battery cell is housed in an inside of the case. The battery-side terminal is disposed on a side surface at one end of the case in a length direction and electrically connected to the battery cell. The engaging piece is disposed at the one end of the case at which the battery-side terminal is positioned such that the engaging piece extends in a length direction a same distance as the case at the one end portion. The engaging piece is at an edge of the case in a width direction.

Abstract: A battery bypass assembly for a computer includes a battery housing which is configured to receive a battery in a battery receptacle. The assembly also includes a battery emulator which is designed to be installed in the battery receptacle of a computer motherboard. An electrical cable connects the electrical contacts of the battery receptacle in the battery housing to the corresponding terminals on the battery emulator. Once the battery emulator has been mounted in a battery receptacle of a computer motherboard, and a battery has been mounted in the battery receptacle of the battery housing, the battery will power circuits on the computer motherboard. The battery housing can be positioned in a location where it is easily accessible. As a result, the battery can be easily replaced without the need to open the housing of the computer.

Abstract: A secondary battery for an electronic appliance, including a battery cell. The battery cell has a positive electrode, a negative electrode, and an electrolyte in a pack. A positive electrode terminal and a negative electrode terminal are lead out from the same side face of the pack. A metallic battery can accommodates the battery cell therein such that the side face from which the positive electrode terminal and the negative electrode terminal are lead out is faced towards the opening side. A lid, made of a synthetic resin, in which terminal parts to be connected to the electrodes of the electronic appliance upon being connected to the positive electrode terminal and the negative electrode terminal are faced outwardly, plugs the opening of the battery can, the battery cell being accommodated in the battery can upon being adhered onto an inner face thereof.

Abstract: A battery module for containing a plurality of battery units, the battery module including first and second end plates facing each other; and a side plate, the side plate being for extending across a side of the battery units, and the side plate having a first end coupled to the first end plate and a second end coupled to the second end plate, wherein a work hardening unit is disposed at the second end of the side plate, the work hardening unit being hardened in such a way that the second end of the side plate is bent.

Abstract: A battery pack including a core pack having a number of battery cells; a waterproof and heat-dissipating case formed of a flexible material that surrounds the core pack; and wiring that is electrically connected to the core pack and is drawn out of the waterproof and heat-dissipating case. A waterproof structure that prevents water penetration is formed in a portion of the waterproof and heat-dissipating case from where the wiring is drawn. Accordingly, water from the outside is effectively prevented from entering the battery pack and heat of the battery cells may be effectively dissipated out of the battery pack.

Abstract: Provided is an electronic device, comprising: a casing, comprising an accommodation space that a battery is detachably assembled therein. The battery comprises a hook extending towards the casing, a first and a second urging surfaces that a step connected there between; and a latching module, disposed in the casing and moving back and forth between a first and a second positions. When the latching module moves from the first position towards the second position, the hook, the first urging surface, the step, and the second urging surface are sequentially located in a moving path of a urging portion of the latching module. When the latching module is located at the first position, the urging portion is buckled to the hook. When the latching module is located at the second position, the urging portion is limited by the step and rests on the second urging surface.

Abstract: A method for reducing moisture in a battery enclosure is presented. The method may reduce battery degradation during some conditions. In one example, moisture is controlled in a battery enclosure by a desiccant material. In another example, moisture is controlled in a battery enclosure by periodically passing electrical current through a Peltier device.

Abstract: A battery pack that prevents a circuit module from being bent and improves durability against an external impact. The battery pack includes a bare cell on which an electrode terminal protrudes from a surface thereof, a circuit module disposed on the surface of the bare cell, a first lead plate coupled to a side of the circuit module, the first lead plate being connected to the surface of the bare cell, and a first holder disposed between the circuit module and the surface of the bare cell, the first holder being coupled to the first lead plate.

Abstract: Apparatus for increasing the efficiency of a starter battery for a starter motor of an internal combustion engine in a battery pack arrangement with one or more lithium based cells. The invention includes a solid state switching configuration for high powered battery systems for protecting against over-charging, over-discharging and short circuiting of batteries, especially starter batteries for internal combustion engines.

Abstract: A battery pack for supplying electrical components, in particular heating elements, includes a battery unit which has at least one battery received in a first housing part and a control unit for controlling a voltage to be output or a current to be output, the control unit having an electronic part received in a second housing part. According to the invention, the first and second housing parts are connected together detachably in a retaining position prescribed by a limit stop, contacts disposed on the first housing part in the retaining position having a conductive connection to contacts disposed on the second housing part.

Abstract: A lawn-care apparatus includes a battery-compartment having an access opening and a roof section. The roof section is configured to provide cover to the battery-compartment. A battery may be inserted into the battery-compartment through the access opening without displacing the roof section.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus comprises a casing that includes a battery unit, which features a plurality of battery cells and a case, and a mechanical component. Housing the cells, the case includes a first part to contain at least one cell, a second part to contain at least one cell, and a third part to connect the first part and the second part, the third part including an escape section. The mechanical component is at least partially located in a space formed by the escape section.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a battery pack wherein a rectangular battery having an electrode assembly and an electrolyte contained therein in a sealed state is received in a pack case, and an insulating material is filled in a space defined between the inner surface of the upper end of the pack case and the upper end of the battery, whereby the battery pack is manufactured with a reduced thickness, the assembly process of the battery pack is very simple, and short circuit of the battery pack or suspension of power supply from the battery pack, which may occur as the battery is moved, is effectively prevented even when the battery pack falls down or external impacts are applied to the battery pack.

Abstract: A pneumatic controller assembly including a controller having a housing and an air pump in the housing. The housing has a recess and an annular input terminal in the recess. A battery for powering the air pump has a central axis and an annular output terminal extending around the central axis. The battery is adapted for receipt in the recess of the controller in a multiplicity of orientations of the battery about its central axis. The output terminal of the battery is shaped and positioned to make electrical contact with the input terminal of the controller to energize the controller without regard to the orientation of the battery about its central axis.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a battery cell case. The battery cell case includes a front case plate and a rear case plate which are separably coupled to each other. The structures of the front and rear case plates are symmetrical structures, so that the battery cell case can be easily assembled in such a way that the front and rear case plates are coupled to each other with the battery cell disposed therebetween and are fastened to each other by holders fitted over the opposite ends of the case plates. In another embodiment, the structures of the front and rear case plates may be asymmetrical structures so that the front and rear case plates can be coupled with each other in an insert coupling manner without using a separate tool or fastening means.

Abstract: A method is for manufacturing a battery box for footwear comprising: providing a first member and providing a second member. The method also includes connecting the first member and the second member such that the first member and the second member include a space. The method also includes placing the first and the second member in the footwear such that the first and the second member form a structure in the footwear.

Abstract: A system for protecting an electrochemical element from an external shock includes an electrochemical element, a bag-shaped aluminum laminate film configured to receive and entirely cover the electrochemical element, and a protector configured to cover the electrochemical element and the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film. The protector includes a frame having corners and a plurality of recesses disposed at an inner surface of the corners. When the electrochemical element is received in the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film and an interior of the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film is vacuumed, a plurality of wrinkled portions are formed at corners of the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film. The plurality of recesses of the protector are configured to receive the plurality of wrinkled portions of the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film such that portions of the protector other than the plurality of recesses are in intimate contact with the bag-shaped aluminum laminate film.

Abstract: A battery module includes a plurality of battery cells, a support plate adjacent to sides of the plurality of battery cells and the support plate includes an opening, and a first end plate that is adjacent to the support plate. The first end plate includes a projection that engages with the opening to couple together the first end plate and the support plate.

Abstract: A battery case for a power tool, comprising a body defining a cavity configured to receive a battery, a body surface of the battery case being formed to have a curved outward profile.

Abstract: A power supply device is provided that includes a battery module (3) and a cooling mechanism. The battery module is composed of a plurality of batteries (20) arranged side by side. The cooling mechanism cools the batteries (20). A thermally-insulating member (70) is arranged on a part of a battery module surface, and thermally insulates heat generated from the batteries. This power supply device can reduce the temperature unevenness ?T.

Abstract: A bicycle electric power source assembly comprises a tubular member, an electric power source member and a restricting member. The tubular member includes an inner peripheral surface, an outer peripheral surface and a through hole that passes through the tubular member between the inner peripheral surface and the outer peripheral surface. The electric power source member is disposed inside the tubular member. The electric power source member includes a restriction accepting part. The restricting member is disposed in the through hole. The restricting member includes a restricting part that engages with the restriction accepting part to restrict relative movement of the electric power source member with respect to the tubular member in an axial direction of the tabular member.

Abstract: A portable electronic device includes a housing defining a first chamber and a second chamber and forming a separating wall between the first chamber and the second chamber, and a cover attaching to the housing. Two batteries are respectively received in the first chamber and the second chamber.

Abstract: A battery retention system for a power tool having a motor, a drive mechanism coupled to the motor, and an output element coupled to the drive mechanism. The battery retention system includes a battery pack for powering the motor, the battery pack being removably coupled to the power tool. The battery retention mechanism also includes a first mating feature for coupling the battery pack to the power tool and a second mating feature for coupling the battery pack to the power tool independently from the first mating feature. The second mating feature is configured to couple the battery pack to the power tool when the first mating feature is disengaged.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed at a method and system for recharging batteries for wireless electronic devices. According to one embodiment, a battery charging and monitoring system is disclosed. The system includes a host machine providing a plurality of charging slots and a plurality of wireless devices coupled to and powered by a plurality of batteries. The host machine is adapted to communicate with the plurality of wireless devices through a plurality of wireless links to monitor the plurality of batteries coupled to the wireless devices. According to another embodiment, an electronic device is disclosed. The electronic device is adapted to couple with at least a rechargeable battery and to negotiate with the rechargeable battery for an agreed range of power parameters. The electronic device is further adapted to accept power from and to provide power to the rechargeable battery at the agreed range of power parameters.

Abstract: A battery for a portable electronic device includes a recess, a number of electronic strips arranged on the bottom surface of the recess, and a number of latching slots defined in the sidewall of the recess.

Abstract: In the present invention, there is provided a battery support mechanism including: a terminal board provided with connection terminals to be connected to terminal portions provided on the battery side; a battery containing portion to which the terminal board is fitted while keeping open at least two mutually opposite side surfaces and one surface adjacent to the two side surfaces, of the terminal board, so as thereby to cause the connection terminals to front on the inside of the battery containing portion; and a support plate fixed to the battery containing portion so as thereby to support the one surface of the terminal board which is fitted in the battery containing portion, wherein the terminal board is swingable in the opening directions of the battery containing portion.

Abstract: Accessories for mobile devices. Embodiments include an external protective case and/or holster for mobile electronic devices, where the external protective case/holster incorporates a battery pack, a payment processing device, television signal receiver, and/or a modular multi-input/output device.

Abstract: A battery receptacle capable of receiving an external battery for an electronic device includes a receiving portion, a joint portion, a power input interface, and a power output interface. The receiving portion receives the external battery and includes a first receiving room and a second receiving room. The joint portion joins the battery receptacle to the electronic device. The power input interface electronically connects with an electrode of the external battery. The power output interface electronically connects with an external power connector of the electronic device.

Abstract: A secondary battery including: a battery unit including a battery cell and a lead tab that protrudes from the battery cell; a frame case for supporting the battery unit and including a first support portion for supporting the battery cell and a second support portion for supporting the lead tab; and a connection member for perforating a connection hole formed in the lead tab and extending in a direction of the second support unit, wherein the connection hole of the lead tab includes: a first connection hole that is spaced apart from a first edge of the lead tab by a first width; and a second connection hole that is spaced apart from a second edge of the lead tab by a second width. The secondary battery may reduce electrical resistance of a charge/discharge path and has improved efficiency.

Abstract: A storage device is provided where a stored object may be arranged appropriately on the shelf plate without using a partition member or a locking member and the shelf plate may store the stored object appropriately even though vibration or inclination occurs. A storage device includes a storage shelf having a shelf plate where a concave portion is formed at a predetermined arrangement position, and a stored object arranged at the predetermined arrangement position and having a convex portion which is fitted into the concave portion without being loosened substantially.