Hybrid energy storage systems for heavy-duty electric vehicles
Innovative hybrid energy storage systems combining high-energy-density batteries and supercapacitors to enhance energy efficiency, reduce charging times, and increase lifespan in heavy-duty electric vehicles (HDEVs).
Overview
This innovative solution integrates hybrid energy storage systems using high-energy-density batteries and high-power-density supercapacitors to optimize energy management in heavy-duty electric vehicles (HDEVs). By combining these technologies, the system improves energy efficiency, reduces charging times by 25-30%, enhances thermal management, and increases lifespan, making it ideal for demanding applications in HDEVs.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Hybrid integration: Combines batteries for steady energy supply and supercapacitors for rapid charge-discharge cycles.
- Enhanced performance: Achieves 15-20% improvement in energy density and reduces stress on components.
- Thermal management: Advanced strategies improve system longevity and stability under operational conditions.
- Wireless charging: Integrates for in-motion energy transfer to further increase efficiency.
Technology readiness level
Currently at Technology Readiness Level 4, the solution has been validated through experiments demonstrating its potential to meet the demanding requirements of heavy-duty electric vehicles. Future plans include lab-scale validation and experimental testing to further optimize the system for both transient power spikes and continuous energy demands.
About Purdue University, Northwest
Purdue University Northwest is a comprehensive metropolitan public university with campuses in Hammond and Westville serving the Chicago–Northwest Indiana industrial corridor. Industry engagement is anchored by on‑campus applied research assets like the Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation, offering advanced modeling and AR/VR visualization for plant‑scale problem‑solving. CMEC provides pilot manufacturing space, training, and support for product and prototype development near campus. Research is backed by competitive federal and state funding, including the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Energy, plus industry partnerships. IP, licensing, and startups are supported through the Purdue Research Foundation’s Office of Technology Commercialization.
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