Promotion of practical technology of the thermal management system for cylindrical power battery

Abstract

Amidst the industrial transformation and upgrade, the new energy vehicle industry is at a crucial juncture. Power batteries, a vital component of new energy vehicles, are currently at the forefront of industry competition with a focus on technological innovation and performance enhancement. The operational temperature of a battery significantly impacts its efficiency, making the design of a reliable Thermal Management System (TMS) essential to ensure battery safety and stability. Cylindrical power batteries are widely utilized in the industry. This article outlines the four main structures and their drawbacks of TMS for cylindrical power batteries. Among these structures, air cooling falls short in meeting high heat dissipation requirements. Liquid cooling is expensive, intricate, and adds considerable weight. Phase Change Materials (PCM) are not yet prevalent in practical applications. Similarly, heat pipes are relatively uncommon in large high-power battery packs. To better align with the new energy vehicle industry’s demands for top-notch performance, cost-effectiveness, eco-friendliness, and reliability, this paper strongly recommends delving deeper into composite cooling solutions. The construction of an economically viable and fully optimized composite cooling method is poised to become a significant scientific challenge for future research endeavors.