Sensata Technologies' Innovative i-BMS Battery Management System Facilitates Battery Swap Feature for Rapid Charging of Low Voltage Electric Vehicles
Sensata Technologies, a leading innovator in sensing, electrical protection, control, and power management solutions, has announced the availability of its new i-BMS battery management system (BMS) for electrified applications up to 60V.
The i-BMS Battery Management System is designed to offer hot swap functionality, enabling quick exchange of depleted batteries with fully charged ones. This feature is particularly beneficial for various vehicles, including material handling vehicles, delivery vehicles, drones, electric motorbikes, and three-wheelers, promoting continuous uptime.
One of the key advantages of the i-BMS BMS is its advanced algorithms in the BMS software. These algorithms ensure accurate state-of-power (SOP) predictions, providing a high degree of accuracy in assessing the state of the battery. This precision allows for a more precise battery system.
The i-BMS BMS also offers hot swap functionality and parallel battery pack support. Parallel pack support allows Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) of 2- and 3-wheelers to use two or more battery packs in parallel, improving safety and serviceability of the battery system.
The i-BMS BMS is compact and integrated, designed for cost-optimized mass-production of applications up to 60V. The i-BMS PCB board measures 65 x 200 mm (2.6 x 7.9 in) and is equipped with everything required to manage and maintain a battery system without the need for any external components.
If one battery cell fails while in use with the i-BMS Battery Management System, the issue is isolated to the faulty module, making it easier to replace. The i-BMS solution features key components that are ASIL C Safety rated and include self-test capabilities for safety-critical measurement circuits.
The BMS software dynamically regulates current in extreme thermal conditions and measures the rate of change of temperature to predict thermal runaway. It also calculates precise state-of-charge (SOC) and state-of-health (SOH) based on aging effects.
The BMS Creator configuration software optimizes battery operation by defining application-specific BMS parameters and safety strategies. It also allows for the creation of a unique battery setup.
It's worth noting that Infineon Technologies is another company known for developing new BMS for electrified applications up to 60V. However, specific cooperative developments for an i-BMS targeting up to 60V were not detailed in the search results.
In conclusion, Sensata Technologies' i-BMS Battery Management System offers a robust, accurate, and cost-effective solution for managing battery systems in a wide range of electrified applications. Its advanced features, such as hot swap functionality, parallel battery pack support, and dynamic thermal regulation, make it a compelling choice for manufacturers seeking reliable and efficient battery management solutions.
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