Energy Storage for Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming the transportation industry, and at the heart of every EV lies a powerful and intelligent energy storage system. This course, "Energy Storage for Electric Vehicles," offers a comprehensive introduction to the technologies, components, and principles behind energy storage systems used in modern EVs. Whether you're a student, engineer, EV enthusiast, or professional entering the electric mobility space, this course is designed to provide you with practical, easy-to-understand knowledge-starting from the basics and gradually advancing to more complex topics.

In this course, you'll dive into battery technologies such as lithium-ion, solid-state, and emerging alternatives. You'll learn how EV batteries are structured-from individual cells to entire battery packs-and how they store and deliver energy. We will also explore critical concepts like energy density, power density, state of charge (SoC), depth of discharge (DoD), and C-rate.

A major focus of this course is understanding the Battery Management System (BMS)-the brain behind the battery pack. You'll discover how BMS ensures safe operation, monitors health, balances charge levels, and prevents hazards like thermal runaway. Additionally, you'll gain valuable insights into charging technologies including Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging, as well as the role of supercapacitors and hybrid storage systems.

We'll also cover thermal management systems, safety standards, and recycling practices that are critical to the longevity and sustainability of EV batteries. What You'll Learn:The role of energy storage in electric vehiclesWorking principles of various EV battery chemistriesBattery pack architecture: cells, modules, and configurationKey performance metrics of EV batteriesFunctions and design of Battery Management Systems (BMS)Charging methods and infrastructureSupercapacitors and hybrid energy storage systemsThermal management and safety systemsFuture trends: solid-state, sodium-ion, and second-life batteriesWho This Course Is For:Engineering students and graduates (electrical, electronics, mechanical, etc. )EV enthusiasts and hobbyistsAutomotive and energy industry professionalsEntrepreneurs and product developers in the EV domainResearchers, educators, and policy-makers interested in EV technologiesNo prior experience with EVs or battery systems is needed-just a curiosity and eagerness to learn.