Samsung SDI has filed a patent for an installation verification method for energy storage devices. The method involves inputting installation information, displaying the connection state and number of battery racks, verifying the installation state by sensing voltages and temperatures, generating an installation verification report, and enabling the energy storage device to be driven by cancelling a lock setting. GlobalData’s report on Samsung SDI gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Installation verification method for energy storage device
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230314519A1) describes an installation verification method and system for energy storage devices. The method involves several operations to ensure the proper installation and functioning of the energy storage device.
The first claim outlines the method, which includes an installation information input operation where installation information is received through an interface on an installation verification terminal. The method also involves an installation guide operation that displays the connection state and number of battery racks in the energy storage device. The software version of the rack Battery Management System (BMS) is received and stored. The installation verification operation involves receiving voltages of the battery racks and sensing voltages and temperatures of battery modules to verify the installation state. A report output operation extracts the installation information to generate an installation verification report. Finally, a lock-cancelling operation cancels a lock setting to enable the energy storage device to be driven.
The second claim expands on the installation information input operation, which includes a battery module verification operation. This operation measures the voltages and temperatures of the battery modules and transmits the data to the installation verification terminal. Information indicating any battery module with a temperature or voltage exceeding a reference value is displayed, and the temperatures or voltages of the battery modules are balanced. The claim also includes a battery rack verification operation that calculates deviations between sensed and measured voltages of the battery racks and checks for abnormalities based on these deviations.
The third claim adds further details to the battery module verification operation. If voltage balancing in the rack BMS is not suitable or if replacement of an abnormal battery module is necessary, the display indicates suitability for replacement. Additionally, if either the rack BMS or a module BMS is replaced, an indication of the replacement is received through the interface.
The fourth claim states that the installation information received through the interface and data received through a system BMS are stored in the memory of the installation verification terminal. The report output operation generates an installation verification report by extracting the installation information stored in the memory.
The fifth claim explains that the report output operation includes storing the installation verification report in the memory and transmitting it to another terminal through a communicator of the installation verification terminal.
The sixth claim describes the components of the installation verification terminal, which includes a communicator, an interface with key buttons, a display, and a controller. The controller executes the installation verification program, displays the program and installation information, and stores them in memory.
The seventh claim provides details about the battery racks, which are electrically connected battery modules that measure and control physical quantities of battery cells. The battery racks include a module BMS that transmits measured data to the rack BMS.
The eighth claim introduces the installation verification system, which includes an energy storage device with a rack BMS and a system BMS. The system BMS controls the driving of the battery racks through the rack BMS and has a communication module. The installation verification terminal receives installation information from the system BMS and generates a verification report indicating the installation status of the energy storage device.
The ninth claim describes the components of the installation verification terminal, which includes a communicator, an interface with key buttons, a display, and a controller. The controller executes the installation verification program, displays the program and installation information, and stores them in memory.
The tenth claim reiterates the details about the battery racks, which are electrically connected battery modules that measure and control physical quantities of battery cells. The battery racks include a module BMS that transmits measured data to the rack BMS.
The eleventh claim specifies that the battery racks are electrically connected to a high-power terminal through a fuse and a switch. The rack BMS controls the connection relationships of the battery racks by controlling the fuse and switch.
The twelfth claim states that the battery racks are connected in parallel, and the installation verification terminal controls the connection relationship between the battery racks through communication with the system BMS.
In summary, the patent describes an installation verification method and system for energy storage devices. The method involves various operations to ensure proper installation and functioning, while the system includes an installation verification terminal that receives installation information and generates a verification report. The patent also provides details about the components and functions of the installation verification terminal and the battery racks.
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