Liquid cooling (LC), phase change material cooling (PCMC) and heat pipe cooling (HPC): Comparison and integration of three technologies for thermal management of electric vehicle batteries.

The importance of thermal management of batteries and motors is rising as electric vehicles gain popularity. Three crucial technologies for the thermal control of electric car batteries are thoroughly examined in this study: LC, PCMC, and HPC. Each methodology exhibits distinct benefits and is tailored to specific use cases, yet it also presents its set of obstacles and complexities. This paper finds that combining these three technologies can provide a more comprehensive battery thermal management solution. Heat pipes can quickly dissipate heat from hot spots and reduce thermal gradients. Phase change materials can help smooth out temperature fluctuations by absorbing and storing excess heat under high-load conditions. Finally, LC systems can manage the overall heat load by circulating coolant to remove heat from the system and dissipate it into the environment. However, this integrated approach requires careful design and optimization, including consideration of the layout of the components, the heat-generating properties of the different components, and the properties of the selected coolant and phase change materials. Overall, the research in this paper provides valuable insight and opens up new perspectives for understanding and improving battery thermal management in electric vehicles. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]