Demystifying EV Batteries: Tech & Management
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Demystifying EV Batteries: Tech & Management
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Recognize the foundational concepts and science behind an electric vehicle battery pack, including its layout and key components.
Analyze the different battery chemistries and battery sizes according to each electric vehicle application.
Illustrate how an intelligent BMS functions to ensure battery pack safety and optimal EV performance.
Assess battery pack degradation and remember best practices for maximizing electric vehicle battery lifetime.
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In a world transitioning to sustainable transportation, understanding Electric Vehicle (EV) battery technology is paramount. This course is your gateway to uncovering the technology behind electric vehicle batteries, making you an informed and empowered part of the electric mobility revolution.
This is a foundational course that will cover a range of concepts and applications related to Electric Vehicle (EV) Batteries, such as chemistry, capacity, energy, power, and cycle life. We will review Battery Management systems, including metrics and intelligent management techniques. The learners will also acquire knowledge related to performance optimization, charging and discharging methods, infrastructure, and factors affecting battery health. Upon completing this course, you will be able to get a strong foundation on the fundamentals of battery technology used in electric vehicles. This will enable you to review battery technology projects and their application in the real world. You will gain know-how in optimal battery charging and discharging practices for efficiency and longevity. These skills will empower learners to make informed decisions, maximize the performance and lifespan of electric vehicle batteries, and contribute to the sustainable use of electric vehicles. This program is designed for anyone who is interested in battery technology used for electric vehicle applications. This includes engineers working in product development to faculty and students from academia. Learners should ideally be aware of the basic structure and architecture of an electric vehicle. It is also recommended for the learner to be aware of basic physics and chemistry to understand the technical terms covered in the course.
Upon completing this course, you will be able to get a strong foundation on the fundamentals of battery technology used in electric vehicles. This will enable you to review battery technology projects and their application in the real world. You will gain know-how in optimal battery charging and discharging practices for efficiency and longevity. These skills will empower learners to make informed decisions, maximize the performance and lifespan of electric vehicle batteries, and contribute to the sustainable use of electric vehicles.
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18 videos4 readings3 assignments
18 videosβ’Total 85 minutes
- Introduction to the Course and Meet Your Instructorβ’5 minutes
- Fundamental Principles of Electric Vehicle Batteriesβ’5 minutes
- Key Concepts: Capacity, Energy & Power Density, Cycle Life (Part 1)β’7 minutes
- Key Concepts: Capacity, Energy & Power Density, Cycle Life (Part 2)β’5 minutes
- Key Concepts: Capacity, Energy & Power Density, Cycle Life (Part 3)β’4 minutes
- Battery Types, Chemistries & Cell Form Factors β’5 minutes
- Typical Battery Pack & Internal Components for EV Applicationβ’4 minutes
- Summary: Fundamentals of Electric Vehicle Batteries (Part 1)β’6 minutes
- Summary: Fundamentals of Electric Vehicle Batteries (Part 2)β’2 minutes
- Battery Performance Metrics (Part 1)β’5 minutes
- Battery Performance Metrics (Part 2) β’4 minutes
- Intelligent Battery Management Systemβ’5 minutes
- Real Life Example of an EV Battery Management Systemβ’4 minutes
- Summary: Fundamentals of Electric Vehicle Batteriesβ’7 minutes
- Introduction to Degradation & End of Life β’5 minutes
- Factors Influencing Battery Degradationβ’4 minutes
- Mitigation Strategies for Battery Lifetime Optimization β’4 minutes
- Summary: Fundamentals of Electric Vehicle Batteriesβ’6 minutes
4 readingsβ’Total 20 minutes
- Welcome to the Course: Lesson Overviewβ’5 minutes
- Course Reading: Building Better EV Batteriesβ’5 minutes
- Course Reading: Innovation in EV Batteriesβ’5 minutes
- Course Reading: EV's and Range Over Timeβ’5 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 80 minutes
- Your Turn! EV Batteries in the Real World β’30 minutes
- Your Turn! BMS in the Real World β’30 minutes
- Final Assessmentβ’20 minutes
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Reviewed on Aug 4, 2024
Very engaging, energetic and concise! I love it. Thank you so much Mr. Prasanthkumar Palani!
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2024
Very neatly explaining the EV vehicle - technology and application
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