Introduction to Battery Thermal Management System
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What is the purpose of battery thermal management systems (BTMS) in electric vehicles?

  • To bring down the battery temperature within specific operating ranges (correct)
  • To increase the ambient temperature for better battery performance
  • To maximize the heat generation during battery operation
  • To allow the battery to operate at any temperature without restrictions

Which cooling technology is the most popular for electric vehicle batteries?

  • Ethylene Glycol Cooling
  • Refrigerant Cooling
  • Air Cooling
  • Liquid Cooling (correct)

What temperature range are electric vehicle batteries designed to operate at during recharges?

  • 0°C to 50°C (correct)
  • 20°C to 25°C
  • -30°C to 50°C
  • -30°C to 0°C

What is the purpose of the liquid coolant in battery cooling systems?

<p>To carry heat away from the cells to another location for dissipation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do electric vehicle batteries generate a lot of heat during operation?

<p>Due to chemical reactions within the battery cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical temperature range for ambient operation of electric vehicle batteries?

<p>20°C to 25°C (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do batteries need to be cooled during fast charges?

<p>To boost performance and preserve the high charging rate. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge specific to liquid cooling systems for batteries?

<p>Risk of leaks as the battery ages, degrading performance and life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is air not considered an effective coolant for batteries?

<p>It has a lower heat capacity and low thermal conductivity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What advantage do liquid coolants have over air for battery cooling?

<p>High convective heat removal rate due to higher density and heat capacity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cooling method is suitable only for low-density batteries?

<p>Natural convection cooling with blowers/fans to enhance heat transfer rate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of liquid cooling systems for batteries?

<p>High maintenance cost and complexity of the system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge posed by different climates around the globe for battery thermal management?

<p>Variation in thermal challenges depending on the climate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does aging impact thermal management of batteries?

<p>A larger portion of energy is lost as heat when batteries get older (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a challenge specific to liquid cooling systems for batteries?

<p>Clogging risk in the hundreds of small channels where liquid travels in the battery (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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