MUMBAI, India, June 24 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202431095923 A) filed by Exide Energy Solutions Limited on December 05, 2024, for Battery Disconnection Unit For Automotive Battery Packs.
Inventors include Andrews, Babu Melit; Kumar, Pradeep; and Madan, Ravi.
The application for the patent was published on June 12, 2026, under issue no. 24/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a compact Battery Disconnection Unit (BDU) for automotive battery packs integrates electrical and mechanical components with a base plate for mounting and housing busbars. The BDU includes a Battery Management System (BMS) and a power supply, enhancing volumetric energy density. The design features top-accessible connections and mounting for simplified installation. A stack-up PCB arrangement optimizes space, while a sensor measures system current. A relay and resistor connected in parallel to a contactor control current. The base plate, made from thermoplastic material, provides isolation for high and low voltage components. The BDU is suitable for automotive applications.
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