A comprehensive review of battery thermal management systems for electric vehicles: Enhancing performance, sustainability, and future trends

Togun, Hussein; Basem, Ali; Mohammed, Hayder I; Sadeq, Abdellatif M; Biswas, Nirmalendu; Abdulrazzaq, Tuqa; Hasan, Husam Abdulrasool; Homod, Raad Z; Talebizadehsardari, Pouyan

Abstract

This study explores thermal management strategies for Battery Thermal Management Systems (BTMS) in electric vehicles, with a main emphasis on enhancing performance, ensuring dependability, and fostering sustainability. This book attempts to provide a full understanding of the intricate mechanisms involved in maintaining appropriate operating temperatures for battery packs by exploring various cooling solutions such as air cooling, liquid cooling, and Phase Change Materials (PCM). This study presents new findings on the combined use of various cooling methods, developments in Thermoelectric Coolers (TECs) to improve efficiency, and the crucial importance of safety standards in BTMS design. This work aims to advance innovative approaches that enhance battery performance and longevity, while also contributing to the development of more efficient and sustainable electric vehicle technology. It achieves this by addressing economic considerations and outlining future research directions. Moreover, the research emphasizes the importance of filling up the gaps in knowledge by incorporating state-of-the-art developments in BTMS. This underscores the necessity for ongoing innovation in order to address the changing requirements of electric car technology. This research adopts a comprehensive strategy by integrating several cooling strategies and emphasizing economic viability and environmental sustainability. This work aims to provide a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals who want to improve the efficiency, reliability, and longevity of BTMS in electric vehicles. It does this by explaining the complexities of thermal management in electric vehicles and suggesting strategies for improvement.

Citation

Togun, H., Basem, A., Mohammed, H. I., Sadeq, A. M., Biswas, N., Abdulrazzaq, T., Hasan, H. A., Homod, R. Z., & Talebizadehsardari, P. (2025). A comprehensive review of battery thermal management systems for electric vehicles: Enhancing performance, sustainability, and future trends. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 97, 1077-1107. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2024.11.093

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Nov 5, 2024
• Online Publication Date: Dec 4, 2024
• Publication Date: Jan 6, 2025
• Deposit Date: May 13, 2025
• Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
• Print ISSN: 0360-3199
• Electronic ISSN: 1879-3487
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 97
• Pages: 1077-1107
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2024.11.093
• Keywords: Lithium-ion battery (LIB), Battery cooling, Battery thermal management (BTM), Phase change materials (PCM), Hybrid techniques, Economic aspect
• Public URL: https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/46467584
• Publisher URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0360319924047670