Advances in Battery Technologies for Electric Vehicles
As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the demand for more efficient, long-lasting batteries has never been higher. "Advances in Battery Technologies for Electric Vehicles" offers a comprehensive exploration of the latest research and developments in battery technology, crucial for enhancing the performance and range of EVs.
Introduction to the EV Market
The book opens with a thorough introduction to the market dynamics of battery and hybrid electric vehicles. It explores the significant growth in the EV market, driven by the global shift towards sustainable energy solutions and the reduction of carbon emissions. Readers will gain insights into the current landscape of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), and off-road electric vehicles, highlighting the ongoing efforts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and fuel consumption through electrification.
Exploring Battery Technologies
The text delves deep into various types of batteries used in EVs, offering a detailed comparison of their performance and suitability:
Lead–Acid Batteries: Often used in hybrid vehicles, these batteries are known for their reliability, although they are gradually being replaced by more advanced technologies.
Nickel–Metal Hydride and Nickel–Zinc Batteries: These provide better energy density and have been widely used in early hybrid vehicles.
Post-Lithium-Ion Chemistries: As research advances, newer battery chemistries are emerging, promising even greater efficiency and longevity.
Lithium-Ion Batteries: The book dedicates a significant portion to lithium-ion technology, currently the most popular choice for both hybrid and fully electric vehicles. It also covers high-performance electrode materials that are driving the next generation of lithium-ion batteries.
Battery Design and Performance Optimization
Readers will find an in-depth analysis of battery pack design and performance. This section covers:
High-Voltage Battery Pack Design: How these packs are engineered for maximum efficiency and safety.
Battery Management Systems (BMS): A critical component for ensuring battery health, safety, and longevity, including cell balancing and state estimation techniques.
Thermal Management: Essential for maintaining battery performance and safety, especially under extreme operating conditions.
Battery Aging and Repurposing: The book discusses the aging process of lithium-ion batteries and the potential for repurposing them, extending their usefulness beyond their initial lifecycle.
Infrastructure and Regulatory Standards
To support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, significant infrastructure developments are necessary. The book covers:
Charging Systems and Infrastructure: A look at the current state and future developments in EV charging infrastructure, crucial for supporting long-distance travel.
Standards and Testing Procedures: An overview of the standards governing electric vehicle batteries and the rigorous testing they undergo to ensure safety and reliability.
Licensing and Legal Regulations: The legal landscape surrounding rechargeable energy storage systems, including licensing requirements for electric vehicles.
Recycling Lithium Batteries: The book concludes with a discussion on the recycling of lithium batteries, a crucial aspect of sustainable energy management.
Table Of Contents
Part One: Introduction
1 - Introduction to hybrid electric vehicles, battery electric vehicles, and off-road electric vehicles
2 - Carbon dioxide and consumption reduction through electric vehicles
3 - The market for battery electric vehicles
4 - Battery parameters for hybrid electric vehicles
Part Two: Types of battery for electric vehicles
5 - Lead–acid batteries for hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles
6 - Nickel–metal hydride and nickel–zinc batteries for hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles
7 - Post-lithium-ion battery chemistries for hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles
8 - Lithium-ion batteries for hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles
9 - High-performance electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles
Part Three: Battery design and performance
10 - Design of high-voltage battery packs for electric vehicles
11 - High-voltage battery management systems (BMS) for electric vehicles
12 - Cell balancing, battery state estimation, and safety aspects of battery management systems for electric vehicles
13 - Thermal management of batteries for electric vehicles
14 - Aging of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles
15 - Repurposing of batteries from electric vehicles
16 - Computer simulation for battery design and lifetime prediction
Part Four: Infrastructure and standards
17 - Electric road vehicle battery charging systems and infrastructure
18 - Standards for electric vehicle batteries and associated testing procedures
19 - Licensing regulations for electric vehicles: legal requirements regarding rechargeable energy storage systems
20 - Recycling lithium batteries
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