Research Article

The Effectiveness of Advanced Cooling Solutions in Managing the Thermal Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Numerical Study

Volume: 16 Number: 2 June 30, 2025
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The Effectiveness of Advanced Cooling Solutions in Managing the Thermal Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Numerical Study

Abstract

This study explores the advanced thermal management of lithium-ion batteries (LiBs) using a comprehensive Battery Thermal Management System (BTMS) framework. Employing numerical simulations and experimental validations, the research evaluates three distinct cooling configurations (Case 1, Case 2, and Case 3) under varying coolant flow velocities (0.1 m/s, 0.5 m/s, and 1 m/s) and coolant types (water and ethylene glycol). Incorporating nanofluids, the study demonstrates significant improvements in heat transfer efficiency compared to conventional methods. Findings reveal that higher flow velocities enhance heat dissipation and temperature uniformity. Additionally, water outperforms ethylene glycol due to its superior thermal conductivity. A temperature gradient from 298 K to 318 K underscores the importance of optimized flow distribution and channel geometry. This work not only addresses critical challenges in LiB thermal management but also offers significant insights into the design of safer and more efficient cooling systems for applications such as electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. In addition to providing theoretical insights, this research offers actionable recommendations for the design of such systems. Future directions for this research include the integration of microchannel cooling and phase change materials to further enhance thermal performance.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Electrical Energy Storage , Mechanical Engineering (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

June 30, 2025

Publication Date

June 30, 2025

Submission Date

February 1, 2025

Acceptance Date

March 6, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 16 Number: 2

IEEE
[1]S. Aydın and M. Uzun, “The Effectiveness of Advanced Cooling Solutions in Managing the Thermal Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Numerical Study”, DUJE, vol. 16, no. 2, pp. 397–410, June 2025, doi: 10.24012/dumf.1631467.

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