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No design consideration is more
important than safety in e-mobility, for
which safety can take different forms.
One aspect of safety in e-mobility is
functional: designing mobility systems
that behave reliably and deterministically
so that operators can rely on the
underlying systems to behave as
intended. For example, EVs must respond
correctly to the driver manipulating the
accelerator, brake, and steering wheel.
The other aspect of safety is
environmental: designing systems
that can withstand unpredictable and
harsh environments without failure.
For example, an EV battery must be
robust against punctures and thermal
runaway, regardless of incident vibration,
temperature, or pressure.
In either case, safety in e-mobility
systems requires a comprehensive
approach that integrates robust design,
advanced materials, and rigorous testing
protocols to ensure operational reliability
and environmental resilience.
A primary consideration in e-mobility
safety is thermal management,
particularly concerning battery thermal
runaway events. Thermal runaway occurs
when the heat generated within a battery
or electrical system exceeds the rate of
dissipation. This heat buildup causes
SAFETY AND BATTERY
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
In an EV, the core function of power
electronics is effectively converting
and controlling electrical energy. The
main goal of power electronics is to
control, regulate, and manage electric
power with high efficiency, reducing
energy losses."
Mohit Pandey
Lead Manager, R&D and E&E Integration, Bounce Infinity
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