Practical Guide to Li–Ion Batteries

Based on a series of successful courses for automotive engineers, this practical book describes how the physics, chemistry and structure of Li-ion cells interact with the battery system design. To this end, the text deals with electrochemistry, thermodynamics, degradation, design, modeling, optimization and implementation of Li-ion batteries for automotive applications. The initial chapters include a detailed, yet concise presentation of the electrochemical principles that govern the operation and design of Li-ion cells, while latter chapters go on to focus on battery system design and operation for hybrid electric and electric vehicles. All aspects of these batteries and their uses are discussed in the context of real-life case studies, backed by such didactic elements as concept checks, worked examples and problems with solutions. As a result, the book aids in the development of Li-ion batteries and their incorporation in current and next generation vehicles.Invaluable practical hints for researchers and engineers