This document is a publication of a patent application (US20260088419A1) filed by Mazda Motor Corporation on August 20, 2025, and published on March 26, 2026. The patent describes a battery mounting structure for electric vehicles, focusing on the arrangement and fixing of multiple battery modules to the vehicle body. Key technical details include specific dispersion parameters (D) for the ratio of maximum, minimum, and reference k/m values, set to be between 0.1 and 8, aimed at optimizing battery pack performance and safety.

While this is a patent application and not a regulation imposing direct compliance obligations, it signifies technological innovation in the electric vehicle sector. Manufacturers and automotive engineers involved in battery pack design and integration should be aware of this development as it may influence future industry standards or competitive product offerings. No immediate compliance actions are required, but monitoring patent landscapes is crucial for R&D and strategic planning in the automotive industry.