Battery Management System

Course Info: Battery Management System

This course, categorized under E-Mobility, provides a comprehensive overview of Battery Management Systems (BMS), essential for the safe and efficient operation of battery packs. It is ideal for students, engineers, and technicians seeking to understand the core principles, functionalities, and safety aspects of modern BMS technology.

Course Content:

The course is structured into five main modules, each featuring a series of video lessons, supplementary materials, and a quiz to test your knowledge:

• Module 1: Introduction to BMS: This module covers the fundamentals of battery cells, operating principles, and the definition and various topologies of a BMS. It includes an introductory video on battery basics and a quiz to gauge your understanding.

• Module 2: Sensing and Power Connections: Learn about the critical hardware components of a BMS, including various sensors and power connections, as well as the protection mechanisms in place to ensure safe operation.

• Module 3: Battery Estimations and Cell Balancing: Dive into the software side of the BMS, exploring key functions like battery estimations (e.g., State of Charge), aging characteristics, and the crucial techniques for cell balancing.

• Module 4: BMS Interfaces: This module details the internal and external communication protocols used by a BMS, including wireless options and various interfaces that allow it to interact with other systems.

• Module 5: Battery Safety: The final module focuses on the paramount importance of battery safety, covering potential hazards and the safety features and protocols integrated into a BMS to prevent them.

Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Understand the fundamental principles of battery cells and the role of a BMS.

• Be familiar with the hardware components, including sensors and power connections, and safety protections.

• Grasp the concepts of battery estimation, aging, and cell balancing algorithms.

• Learn about different communication protocols and interfaces used in a BMS.

• Have a solid foundation in the safety aspects and best practices for managing battery systems.