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Review of Thermal Management Technology for Electric Vehicles

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  • Dan Dan

    (School of Mechanical Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100084, China)

  • Yihang Zhao

    (School of Mechanical Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100084, China)

  • Mingshan Wei

    (School of Mechanical Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100084, China)

  • Xuehui Wang

    (Fluids and Thermofluids Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD, UK)

Abstract

The burgeoning electric vehicle industry has become a crucial player in tackling environmental pollution and addressing oil scarcity. As these vehicles continue to advance, effective thermal management systems are essential to ensure battery safety, optimize energy utilization, and prolong vehicle lifespan. This paper presents an exhaustive review of diverse thermal management approaches at both the component and system levels, focusing on electric vehicle air conditioning systems, battery thermal management systems, and motor thermal management systems. In each subsystem, an advanced heat transfer process with phase change is recommended to dissipate the heat or directly cool the target. Moreover, the review suggested that a comprehensive integration of AC systems, battery thermal management systems, and motor thermal management systems is inevitable and is expected to maximize energy utilization efficiency. The challenges and limitations of existing thermal management systems, including system integration, control algorithms, performance balance, and cost estimation, are discussed, along with potential avenues for future research. This paper is expected to serve as a valuable reference for forthcoming research.

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  • Dan Dan & Yihang Zhao & Mingshan Wei & Xuehui Wang, 2023. "Review of Thermal Management Technology for Electric Vehicles," Energies, MDPI, vol. 16(12), pages 1-38, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jeners:v:16:y:2023:i:12:p:4693-:d:1170434
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