Real Time Characterization of Batteries Used for EV Applications

Authors

  • R Senthil Kumar Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, India
  • Linda Johnsana J S Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, India
  • Mahalakshmi S Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, India
  • Divakar E Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, India

Keywords:

Lead Acid, Lithium Ion, Battery, EV, BMS

Abstract

This paper discusses the design and characteristics of batteries in electric vehicles (EVs) with a comparative analysis of lithium-ion (Li-ion) and lead-acid battery technologies. The key parameters to assess the suitability of either battery for EV applications would be energy density, power density, lifecycle, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The Li-ion battery has high energy density and a longer lifecycle but at a high cost. On the other hand, lead-acid batteries are cheaper but have lower energy density and shorter lifetimes, hence not suitable for long-term EV usage. Besides the basic characteristics, this research examines how a battery performs in real conditions of an EV: it looks into how changes in temperature, charging cycles, and load demand influence battery efficiency and lifespan. It will help in analysing each type of battery regarding resilience and adaptability under practical conditions. Finally, this research suggests specific battery configurations and also proposes series and parallel configurations for different EV energy and power requirements. In addressing these factors, research will be able to lead manufacturers and developers in deciding and optimising battery solutions so that performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of electric vehicles will be improved in current and future models.

References

L. Timilsina, P. R. Badr, P. H. Hoang, G. Ozkan, B. Papari, and C. S. Edrington, “Battery Degradation in Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles: A Survey Study,” IEEE Access, vol. 11, pp. 42431-42462, 2023, doi: 10.1109/ ACCESS.2023.3271287.

R. R. Kumar, C. Bharatiraja, K. Udhayakumar, S. Devakirubakaran, K. S. Sekar, and L. Mihet-Popa, “Advances in Batteries, Battery Modeling, Battery Management System, Battery Thermal Management, SOC, SOH, and Charge/Discharge Characteristics in EV Applications,” IEEE Access, vol. 11, pp. 105761-105809, 2023, doi: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3318121.

Published

2026-05-14