Recent Advances in the Thermal Safety of Lithium-Ion Batteries
A special issue of Batteries (ISSN 2313-0105). This special issue belongs to the section "Battery Performance, Ageing, Reliability and Safety".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 5 February 2025 | Viewed by 931
Special Issue Editors
Interests: intelligent design optimization of energy storage systems; multidisciplinary design optimization of complex mechanical systems; reliability/robust/risk analysis; digital twins and intelligence manufacturing; low carbon design and optimization; electric vehicle; lithium-ion battery; battery thermal management system
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Interests: battery thermal management system (BTMS); air and liquid cooling system design for batteries; battery management systems; battery state estimation (state of health and state of charge estimation); fast charging protocol optimization
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, the rapid advancement and integration of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) into various technological applications have revolutionized our modern world. From powering electric vehicles to storing renewable energy, LIBs have become indispensable components of our daily lives. However, alongside their remarkable performance and versatility, these batteries present significant challenges, particularly concerning their thermal safety.
The Special Issue on "Recent Advances in the Thermal Safety of Lithium-Ion Batteries" underscores the critical need to address and mitigate the thermal risks associated with LIBs.
Firstly, the safety of lithium-ion batteries is paramount due to the potential risks of thermal runaway events. When subjected to adverse conditions such as overcharging, external damage, or exposure to high temperatures, LIBs can undergo exothermic reactions leading to uncontrolled heat generation, fires, and even explosions. Such incidents not only pose significant risks to human life and property but also jeopardize public trust in emerging technologies reliant on these batteries.
Moreover, as LIBs continue to proliferate in electric vehicles (EVs), grid energy storage systems, and portable electronics, ensuring their thermal safety becomes an essential aspect of sustainability. The widespread adoption of LIB-based technologies offers immense benefits in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning towards a greener, more efficient energy landscape. However, without effective thermal management strategies, the environmental gains achieved through electrification efforts could be undermined by safety-related setbacks, such as battery fires or toxic emissions from thermal runaway events.
Furthermore, addressing thermal safety in LIBs is crucial for fostering innovation and advancing the frontier of battery technology. By tackling the challenges associated with thermal management, researchers can unlock new opportunities for enhancing battery performance, lifespan, and energy density.
In conclusion, the Special Issue on "Recent Advances in the Thermal Safety of Lithium-Ion Batteries" highlights the pressing need to prioritize research and development efforts aimed at mitigating the thermal risks inherent in LIBs. By doing so, we can safeguard lives, protect the environment, and unleash the full potential of lithium-ion battery technology to drive sustainable progress in the 21st century and beyond.
We invite manuscripts within the realm of, but not limited to, the following:
- Predicting the onset and causes of overheating in lithium-ion batteries.
- Experimenting with novel materials to enhance battery safety and stability under high temperatures.
- Devising innovative techniques for heat management in large battery assemblies, such as those found in electric vehicles.
- Enhancing battery safety through improved design and manufacturing methodologies.
- Utilizing computer simulations to gain insights into and prevent instances of overheating.
- Investigating the influence of liquid components on battery temperature regulation.
- Developing real-time monitoring sensors and control systems to maintain battery temperature within safe limits.
Dr. Wei Li
Dr. Akhil Garg
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- lithium-ion batteries (LIBs)
- thermal safety
- safety risks
- thermal management
- control system
- machine learning
- neural network
- sustainability
- electric vehicles (EVs)
- renewable energy
- energy storage
- materials science
- battery fires
- environmental impact
- lifespan
- sensors
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