Study Guide

Objective

After completing the course, student will

· have basic understanding of typical battery cell structures and chemistries
· evaluate how to selects suitable cell type for an application
· evaluate the safety concerns related to different cell types
· apply knowledge how individual cells are connected together to form a battery modules and systems
· understands the functions of a battery management systems and how the typical BMS implementations are done
· evaluate the operation of a battery charging systems
· apply knowledge for redox flow battery, fuel cell and flywheel based electrical energy storage systems

Content

1. Introduction to battery systems
2. Battery chemistry
3. Primary cells
4. Secondary cells, Lead-acid and NiMH
5. Secondary cells, Li-ion
6. Li-ion battery Safety
7. Battery Management Systems
8. Battery stacks, Vehicle Battery Systems
9. Battery storages
10. Alternative storage systems
11. Charging systems
12. Laboratory exercise

Exam schedules

No exam.

Completion alternatives

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Content scheduling

The course starts on week 36 and last until week 44. The course includes onsite lectures and laboratory work.

Content:
-Electrochemistry
-Redox-reactions
-Primary cells and secondary cells
- Cell measurements
-Types of storage systems
-Integration and applications of storage systems

Further information

Communication to teachers preferably by email.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Laboratory assignment (50 % of the grade) and project work (50 % of the grade)

Other criteria:
- Homework assignments are not graded
- All homework assignments need to be completed
- Participation in the laboratory exercises and lectures related to project work are mandatory

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Project work:
- Presentation of project work is inconsistent with no results.
Laboratory assignment:
Evaluation criteria 1-2 are not met

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Project work:
- Application of basic knowledges seen during lectures are mastered. Presentation is also basic but enough to display main results.
Laboratory assignment:
The initial tasks have been done and most of the measurements have been successful.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Project work:
- Application of concepts seen during lectures are mastered. Presentation is well and shows the commitment to realize this project.
Laboratory assignment:
All measurements have been successful and are clearly presented in the report.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Project work:
- Application of all concepts seen during lectures are mastered. Presentation is well. Student group is making initiative and autonomous in the work.
Laboratory assignment:
The report is thorough and illustrative

Qualifications

Prerequisites: Renewable energy production, Introduction to power electronics