A thermal storage device for batteries is provided. In some examples, the thermal storage device is provided for a battery pack that includes one or more rechargeable battery cells. In some examples, the lithium ion battery cells are used. The thermal storage device is in thermal contact with the battery cell. The thermal storage device is made of a material that absorbs heat that is given off by battery cells during discharge. In some examples, the thermal storage device is made of a plastic material. The material has a relatively low thermal conductivity but a relatively high specific heat capacity, allowing heat energy to be stored in the thermal storage device. The thermal storage device prevents the battery pack from overheating during use. The thermal storage device defines one or more cell receiving volumes. In some examples, an axially extending relief volume is provided.

A temperature control device for temperature control of an electrical energy store for a motor vehicle includes a feed line element which is flushable by a temperature control fluid for the temperature control of the energy store, and which constitutes a first line element via which the temperature control fluid flowing in the feed line element can be admitted to the energy store, and includes a return line element which is flushable by the temperature control fluid, and which constitutes a second line element via which temperature control fluid flowing in the energy store can be evacuated from the energy store. The line elements are arranged in a housing which is common to the line elements, in which a housing bypass line element which is fluidically connected or connectable to the line elements is arranged, by way of which the energy store can be bypassed by the temperature control fluid.

An energy storage system comprising at least one energy storage module adapted to supply electrical energy to a hybrid vehicle. The energy storage module comprises an enclosure, at least one battery array located within the enclosure, and an energy storage controller module located within the enclosure and electrically connected to the battery array. The energy storage module further comprises a compliant tipped thermistor which may be installed within a flexible clip. The thermistor is positioned to monitor the temperature of one or more of the batteries within the energy storage system.

A battery pack includes a tray and a plate. The tray has an accommodating space. The accommodating space has a top opening. The plate is disposed at the top opening of the accommodating space. The plate includes an inner surface facing the accommodating space and an outer surface opposite to the inner surface. A plurality of cooling pipes sequentially arranged are disposed on the outer surface of the plate. A heating member is disposed between two adjacent cooling pipes.

In one aspect, a thermal management system includes a first coolant circuit, through which a first coolant circulates, and including at least a radiator for cooling the first coolant, a storage containing one or more power electronics, a heat exchanger, and a thermostatic valve that outputs the first coolant to at least one of the storage containing the one or more power electronics and the heat exchanger. A second coolant circuit, through which a second coolant circulates, includes the heat exchanger configured to cool the second coolant using the first coolant, an energy storage unit cooled by the second coolant, and a refrigeration unit configured to cool the second coolant. A coolant temperature sensor outputs a temperature of the coolant in the second coolant circuit, and a controller controls at least the refrigeration unit based on the temperature of the coolant output by the coolant temperature sensor.

In one aspect, a thermal management system includes a first coolant circuit, through which a first coolant circulates, and including at least a radiator for cooling the first coolant, a storage containing one or more power electronics, a heat exchanger, and a thermostatic valve that outputs the first coolant to at least one of the storage containing the one or more power electronics and the heat exchanger. A second coolant circuit, through which a second coolant circulates, includes the heat exchanger configured to cool the second coolant using the first coolant, an energy storage unit cooled by the second coolant, and a refrigeration unit configured to cool the second coolant. A coolant temperature sensor outputs a temperature of the coolant in the second coolant circuit, and a controller controls at least the refrigeration unit based on the temperature of the coolant output by the coolant temperature sensor.

A battery cooling system includes: a heating element for performing a resistance function of a battery to be subjected to a cooling test; a heating-load controller for controlling a heating load of the heating element according to a thermal model; an environment controller for controlling at least one battery cooling environment parameter such as outdoor temperature and initial temperature; a power supply for applying a current for each evaluation condition by connecting a charger/discharger to the heating element; a cooling processing part for supplying a cooling fluid such as air, coolant, or a refrigerant at a constant temperature and flow rate; and a cooling performance determination part for measuring a temperature of a battery cell over time and determining whether a target performance of the battery is satisfied.

Battery packs according to some embodiments of the present technology may include a first longitudinal beam and a second longitudinal beam. The battery packs may include a plurality of cell blocks disposed between the first longitudinal beam and the second longitudinal beam. The plurality of cell blocks may include first and second cell blocks each characterized by a first side surface proximate the first longitudinal beam, a second side surface, a third side surface proximate the second longitudinal beam, and a fourth side surface. The battery packs may include a first interface material thermally coupling the first side surface of the first cell block with the first longitudinal beam. The battery packs may also include a second interface material thermally coupling the third side surface of the second cell block with the second longitudinal beam.

Battery packs according to some embodiments of the present technology may include a first longitudinal beam and a second longitudinal beam. The battery packs may include a plurality of cell blocks disposed between the first longitudinal beam and the second longitudinal beam. The plurality of cell blocks may include first and second cell blocks each characterized by a first side surface proximate the first longitudinal beam, a second side surface, a third side surface proximate the second longitudinal beam, and a fourth side surface. The battery packs may include a first interface material thermally coupling the first side surface of the first cell block with the first longitudinal beam. The battery packs may also include a second interface material thermally coupling the third side surface of the second cell block with the second longitudinal beam.

Temperature controlled Battery Pack; a Method of protecting a large battery pack from thermal stresses; all weather Battery module; an apparatus and method for charging a battery pack, and decoupling the charging voltage from the battery pack voltage; an apparatus and method for discharging the hybrid battery modules, and extending the range of the battery pack; Battery pack controller—safety and reliability of battery pack. A method of providing flood protection to a large battery pack. A method of cooling the battery pack in extreme hot temperatures. A method of heating the battery pack in extreme cold temperatures. A method of repurposing the battery module (BM) Charging and balancing circuit is one of the key components of the battery pack. The invention constitutes an apparatus of Energy discharging split circuit installed within each BM, and an energy management algorithm installed in the battery pack controller. The energy discharging circuit mixes the current output of batteries and capacitors within each BM, as per the instructions from the battery pack controller algorithm. The algorithm takes the SoH and SoC of the batteries in the weakest BMs into account to calculate the mix of current from batteries and capacitors, and selectively instructs each BM. A method for discharging the battery BMs, and extending the range of the battery pack. Battery pack controller is the Master controller of the battery pack.