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Advanced Thermal Management Solutions for Second-Life Batteries: Design, Optimization, and Scalability

María Blecua

Project Manager at CIRCE - CENTRO TECNOLOGICO

Zaragoza, Spain

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Our thermal management solutions for second-life batteries combine advanced characterization, design optimization, and scalable cooling strategies to enhance performance, safety, and durability.

Key aspects:

Thermal Management Strategy Evaluation – Comprehensive assessment of thermal management systems for various battery chemistries and types (e.g., hybrid and electric vehicles), including air-cooling strategies and experimental performance testing.
Thermal Characterization and CFD Simulation – In-depth thermal characterization using virtual models and CFD simulations (e.g., MSMD-NTGK) to predict heat generation and dissipation, ensuring accurate temperature mapping.
Thermal Management System Design – Development of advanced cooling systems to ensure safe operation within thermal limits, integrating measures to prevent thermal runaway and mitigate overheating risks.
Cooling System Scale-Up – Enhancing power density while maintaining safety and robust performance through the scalable design of cooling solutions.
Design Optimization and Evaluation – Identifying key design elements, prioritizing improvements through Quality Function Deployment (QFD) analysis, and integrating optimal cooling solutions.
Impact Assessment and Alternative Design Evaluation – Analyzing the effect of design changes at multiple levels (pack, rack, container) and proposing viable cooling alternatives.
Performance Testing and Validation – Experimental evaluation of cooling systems under different operational scenarios (e.g., charge and discharge cycles) to ensure efficiency and reliability.
Techno-Economic and Environmental Assessment – Evaluating the cost-effectiveness and environmental impact of thermal management solutions to ensure sustainable deployment.

Our Expertise Covers:

🔹 Development and optimization of advanced thermal management strategies.
🔹 Implementation of CFD-based cooling simulations to enhance safety and efficiency.
🔹 Design of scalable cooling systems for industrial applications.
🔹 Integration of thermal management into second-life battery applications.
🔹 Comprehensive performance testing and validation.

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