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Advanced thermal management in Li-ion batteries using composite enclosures with embedded thermal bridges.

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Title: Advanced thermal management in Li-ion batteries using composite enclosures with embedded thermal bridges.
Authors: Samarasinghe, Thamasha1,2 (AUTHOR) 1933914@alumni.brunel.ac.uk, Kazilas, Mihalis2 (AUTHOR), Lewis, Stuart3 (AUTHOR)
Source: Journal of Composite Materials. Jul2026, Vol. 60 Issue 16, p1465-1475. 11p.
Subjects: Lithium-ion batteries, Temperature control, Computational fluid dynamics, Electric vehicles, Energy dissipation, Battery management systems, Thermal conductivity
Abstract: The increasing global demand for electric and hybrid vehicles calls for improved thermal management solutions for lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, essential to ensuring performance, safety, and lifespan. This study explores the design of composite enclosures with embedded copper thermal bridges as a passive thermal management solution for Li-ion battery modules. Through comprehensive three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and experimental validation, the study examines the impact of cell configurations and inter-cell spacing on temperature distribution. Custom composite enclosures embedded with copper pins demonstrated enhanced heat dissipation, achieving up to a 16.62% reduction in surface temperature. These findings validate the potential of composite materials as a lightweight and efficient alternative to traditional metal casings, offering a safer and more effective thermal management solution aligned with the demands of electric vehicle applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:The increasing global demand for electric and hybrid vehicles calls for improved thermal management solutions for lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, essential to ensuring performance, safety, and lifespan. This study explores the design of composite enclosures with embedded copper thermal bridges as a passive thermal management solution for Li-ion battery modules. Through comprehensive three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and experimental validation, the study examines the impact of cell configurations and inter-cell spacing on temperature distribution. Custom composite enclosures embedded with copper pins demonstrated enhanced heat dissipation, achieving up to a 16.62% reduction in surface temperature. These findings validate the potential of composite materials as a lightweight and efficient alternative to traditional metal casings, offering a safer and more effective thermal management solution aligned with the demands of electric vehicle applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:00219983
DOI:10.1177/00219983251377212