Future Battery Systems – Affordable, Safe and Highly Integrated

Authors

M. Teuber, M.Stapelbroek, R. Beykirch, FEV Europe GmbH; C. Kürten, O. Lück, H. Wenzel, FEV Vehicle GmbH

Summary

This manuscript focuses on current and future development targets of battery cells and packs for automotive use. Lithium-ion batteries are currently the cutting-edge technology employed for the electrification of road transport. Herein, the battery cell itself and its chemistry are under constant development. The text gives some insights into cell chemistries, advantages, challenges, as well as alternative technologies. The strive for ever higher energy contents comes with the risk of reduced thermal stability. Therefore, the second part of this manuscript will give insights into current generation thermal propagation tests and development methods which guarantee a safe design with the least possible effort. Lastly, concepts for engineering optimization of the battery pack and its integration into the chassis are discussed.

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