Rivian Automotive had 61 patents in batteries during Q1 2024. Rivian Automotive Inc filed patents in Q1 2024 related to battery cells with a lithiophilic electrode and liquid electrolyte, electrodes for lithium-ion batteries with specific materials and ratios, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries with specific electrode blends, and apparatus for thermistors and thermal components in battery modules. These patents focus on improving the performance and efficiency of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicle systems. GlobalData’s report on Rivian Automotive gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Rivian Automotive grant share with batteries as a theme is 34% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Hybrid electrode design for high energy cells (Patent ID: US20240105946A1)
The patent filed by Rivian Automotive Inc. describes battery cells with a lithiophilic electrode and a liquid electrolyte, where the N/P ratio is less than 1. The multilayer lithiophilic electrode includes a first layer with active material and a second layer with lithiophilic material, along with a binder and/or conducting agent. The claims detail the composition and structure of the battery cell, specifying the materials, loading levels, and N/P ratio requirements for the electrode and electrolyte components.
Overall, the patent focuses on optimizing the design and composition of battery cells to enhance performance and efficiency. By utilizing specific materials and layering techniques in the lithiophilic electrode, the battery cell aims to achieve a lower N/P ratio for improved capacity ratios between the negative and positive electrodes. The inclusion of conducting agents, lithiophilic materials, and active materials like graphite in the electrode layers contributes to the overall functionality of the battery cell. Additionally, the patent extends to rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicle systems incorporating these optimized battery cells for enhanced energy storage and utilization in automotive applications.
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